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BEY → HBE
Which side of the plane to sit from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut) to Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the diverse landscapes of the Eastern Mediterranean, including the Lebanese mountains, the bustling Levantine coastline, the Sinai desert, and the lush Nile Delta.
Beirut & Mount Lebanon
Immediately after takeoff, enjoy a sweeping view of the Beirut skyline tucked between the blue Mediterranean and the snow-capped Mount Lebanon range.
Levantine Coastline
Watch the continuous stretch of the Levantine coast pass by, featuring historic port cities like Tyre, Haifa, and the modern skyline of Tel Aviv.
Sinai Peninsula
Observe the dramatic shift in landscape as the flight crosses the arid, mountainous terrain of the Sinai Peninsula.
Suez Canal Entrance
Look for the northern entrance of the Suez Canal at Port Said, where dozens of cargo ships gather to begin their transit southward.
The Nile Delta
Experience the sharp contrast where the desert abruptly turns into the vibrant green agricultural fields of the Nile Delta.
For the best experience, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the coastline without glare. The left side is consistently scenic throughout the 1-hour journey, particularly during the crossing into Egypt where the contrast between desert and delta is most visible.
Mediterranean Horizon
Mostly open water views, providing a sense of the vast scale of the Mediterranean Sea and occasional glimpses of maritime trade routes.
Sunset over the Sea
On late afternoon flights, this side offers a spectacular view of the sun dipping below the horizon over the water.
Alexandria Waterfront
During the final approach into Borg El Arab, you may see the curved coastline of Alexandria and its historic harbor from a distance.
The right side is dominated by sea views for most of the flight. If you are flying during sunset, this side is preferable for photography. Be aware that the descent into HBE often involves a turn that may briefly bring the Nile's Rosetta branch into view.
Distance: 632 km (393 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Arrival: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Route Type: International
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