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BBO → ADE
Which side of the plane to sit from Berbera Airport (Berbera) to Aden International Airport (Aden)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a direct view of the stunning volcanic formations of the Aden peninsula and the historic Crater district during the descent, complemented by a clear view of the Somali coastline upon departure.
Berbera Coastline
Aerial view of the ancient port city of Berbera and its deep blue coastal waters upon takeoff.
Gulf of Aden
Expansive views of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, often dotted with massive cargo vessels.
Aden Crater
The dramatic volcanic landscape of the Seera district, where the city is built inside an extinct volcano.
Gold Mohur Beach
The picturesque coastline of Aden featuring rugged cliffs and golden sands as the plane banks for landing.
Sit on the left for the most iconic views of Aden's volcanic topography. For morning flights, this side avoids the direct glare of the rising sun over the Arabian Sea. Choose a seat ahead of the wing to capture unobstructed photos of the Seera Fortress and the distinctive mountainous skyline of the peninsula.
The Guban Plain
The stark, beautiful desert plains of Somaliland stretching toward the horizon as you climb.
Aden Harbor
A bird's-eye view of the strategic natural harbor and the extensive docking facilities of the port.
Jebel Shamsan
The highest point of the Aden peninsula, offering a rugged mountainous backdrop to the urban sprawl.
Little Aden
The industrial landscape and oil refineries located across the bay from the main city center.
The right side is excellent for observing the industrial and maritime scale of Aden's port. During late afternoon flights, the sun sets to the west (left), providing a warm, golden glow on the mountains of Yemen visible from this side. Keep an eye out for the distinct separation between the turquoise coastal shallows and the deep indigo of the Gulf.
Distance: 272 km (169 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: BBO (10.389200210571287, 44.94110107421875)
Arrival: ADE (12.829500198364258, 45.02880096435547)
Route Type: International
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