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ASM → ADE
Which side of the plane to sit from Asmara International Airport (Asmara) to Aden International Airport (Aden)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Yemeni coastline, the historic port of Mocha, and a spectacular aerial perspective of the Aden Peninsula and the 'Crater' district during the final approach.
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Red Sea Coastline
Stunning views of the turquoise waters and coral reefs lining the Eritrean coast shortly after takeoff.
Hanish Islands
A group of volcanic islands in the Red Sea, visible as the flight crosses towards the Arabian Peninsula.
Mocha (Al Mukha)
The historic Yemeni port city, famous for the coffee trade, visible as the plane parallels the Tihamah coast.
Aden Crater
The dramatic sight of the ancient dormant volcano caldera that houses the main district of Aden city.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the vivid colors of the Red Sea. This side is particularly rewarding during the descent into Aden, as the flight path usually circles the harbor and provides a close-up of the volcanic terrain.
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Eritrean Escarpment
Dramatic views of the sharp drop from the Asmara plateau down toward the coastal plains.
Danakil Depression
Glimpses of the northern edges of the Afar Triangle, one of the most extreme environments on Earth.
Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
The 'Gate of Tears' where the African and Asian continents are separated by only 20 miles of water.
Perim Island
A small, strategic volcanic island sitting directly in the narrowest part of the strait.
The right side is best for viewing the narrowest point of the strait between Djibouti and Yemen. If flying in the late afternoon, the sun will be on this side, which can make photography difficult due to glare, though it highlights the textures of the Eritrean mountains beautifully.
Book Hotels in AdenDistance: 714 km (444 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: ASM (15.291899681091309, 38.91070175170898)
Arrival: ADE (12.829500198364258, 45.02880096435547)
Route Type: International
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