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ADE → BBO
Which side of the plane to sit from Aden International Airport (Aden) to Berbera Airport (Berbera)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Aden peninsula's volcanic geography upon departure and the historical port of Berbera during the final approach.
Aden Crater
The historic heart of Aden built inside an extinct volcano rim, visible immediately after takeoff.
Aden Harbor
Aerial view of the strategic deep-water port and the bustling maritime traffic of the peninsula.
Gulf of Aden
Expansive views of the deep blue waters that connect the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean.
Somaliland Coastline
Striking views of the white sandy beaches and turquoise waters as the plane nears the African continent.
Berbera Old Town
Views of the Ottoman and British colonial architecture scattered throughout the city center.
For the best visibility, choose a morning flight when the sun is behind you, illuminating the Aden Crater. The left side is essential for seeing the urban layout of Aden. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff as the plane climbs over the harbor.
Little Aden
Views of the industrial western peninsula and the large oil refinery facilities.
Shipping Lanes
Clear sights of massive cargo ships and tankers traversing one of the world's busiest maritime corridors.
Golis Mountains
The dark, rugged escarpment rising in the distance to the south of the coastal plain.
Guban Plain
The stark, arid scrubland and desert landscape typical of the Berbera hinterland.
Berbera Airport Runway
A perspective of the massive runway, which was once a NASA Space Shuttle emergency landing site.
The right side is better for spotting large-scale maritime vessels in the Gulf. During the approach to Berbera, look inland to see the dramatic Golis mountain range. Polarized sunglasses will help cut through the glare reflected off the water.
Distance: 272 km (169 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: ADE (12.829500198364258, 45.02880096435547)
Arrival: BBO (10.389200210571287, 44.94110107421875)
Route Type: International
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