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BEY β KAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut) to Mallam Aminu International Airport (Kano)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic contrasts, featuring the lush Nile Delta, the sprawling lights of Cairo, and the volcanic peaks of the Tibesti Mountains in Chad.
Lebanese Coastline
Breathtaking views of Beirut's skyline and the Mediterranean coast immediately after takeoff from BEY.
Nile Delta
The striking boundary where the lush green vegetation of the Delta meets the harsh yellow sands of the Egyptian desert.
Cairo & Pyramids
On a clear day, the massive urban sprawl of Cairo and the distant Giza Plateau are visible as you cross into Africa.
Tibesti Mountains
Deep in the Sahara, these dark, volcanic mountain peaks in northern Chad provide a moon-like landscape.
Lake Chad Basin
As you approach Nigeria, look for the vast wetlands and the shimmering remains of Lake Chad.
For a daytime flight, the contrast of the Nile Delta is best seen around noon. On overnight flights, the left side provides a spectacular view of Cairoβs massive electrical grid. Ensure your window is clean to capture the subtle color shifts of the Saharan sands in the late afternoon.
Alexandria Coast
A view of Egypt's second-largest city and its historic Mediterranean harbors as the flight enters African airspace.
Qattara Depression
One of the lowest points in Africa, appearing as a vast, desolate sinkhole within the Egyptian Western Desert.
Great Sand Sea
Endless, undulating longitudinal sand dunes stretching across the border of Egypt and Libya.
AΓ―r Mountains
The rugged, dark granite massifs of northern Niger rising sharply from the surrounding desert floor.
Kano Farmlands
The geometric patterns of traditional Hausa farmlands and the reddish soil of northern Nigeria during the descent.
The right side is ideal for sunset views on afternoon departures, casting long shadows over the Saharan dunes. During the Harmattan season (November to March), visibility can be reduced by dust, so a seat further forward in the cabin helps avoid engine heat haze.
Distance: 3,650 km (2,268 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 18 min
Departure: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Arrival: KAN (12.0476, 8.52462)
Route Type: International
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