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BGW → BEY
Which side of the plane to sit from Baghdad International Airport (Baghdad) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Euphrates River shortly after takeoff and the most iconic perspective of the Beirut city skyline and the Mount Lebanon range upon arrival.
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Euphrates River
The winding 'lifeblood of Mesopotamia' is visible early in the flight, appearing as a green ribbon through the desert.
Anti-Lebanon Mountains
The stark, high-altitude limestone ridges that form the natural border between Syria and Lebanon.
Qurnat as Sawda
The highest peak in the Levant, often covered in snow during the winter and spring months.
Beirut City Panorama
A stunning view of the dense urban sprawl of Beirut, including the harbor and the Mediterranean Corniche.
Choose the right side for the most iconic views of the Lebanese capital. During the descent into BEY, the plane often circles over the sea; sitting on the right typically provides a clear view of the city's skyline against the dramatic backdrop of the mountains. Morning flights offer the best lighting for these landmarks.
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Al-Anbar Desert
The vast, rugged expanse of Western Iraq featuring ancient caravan routes and rocky plateaus.
Southern Bekaa Valley
A vibrant patchwork of agricultural fields nestled between the two major Lebanese mountain ranges.
Sidon Coastline
As the plane banks for its final approach over the Mediterranean, you can spot the ancient southern coastal cities.
The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while flying westward. It offers a great view of the southern Lebanese coast if the flight path follows a standard approach from the sea turning back toward the airport.
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Get eSIMs for LebanonDistance: 813 km (505 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: BGW (33.262500762900004, 44.2346000671)
Arrival: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Route Type: International
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