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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Ras Mohammed National Park and the vibrant coral reef patterns during the final descent into Sharm El Sheikh.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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Eastern Desert

The vast, desolate beauty of the Egyptian Eastern Desert with its wind-sculpted plateaus and wadis.

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Gulf of Suez Traffic

Dozens of massive container ships and oil tankers anchored in the Gulf, waiting for their turn to transit the canal.

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Ras Mohammed

The sharp, triangular tip of the Sinai Peninsula, showcasing the world-renowned protected marine park.

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Coastal Reefs

Stunning turquoise lagoons and the dark blue 'drop-offs' of the Red Sea's famous fringing coral reefs.

The right side is unbeatable during the landing phase. If flying in the late afternoon, you will experience a spectacular sunset over the Red Sea. Keep your camera ready as the plane turns over Ras Mohammed for the final approach.

Left Side Highlights
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New Cairo & NAC

Bird's-eye view of the sprawling New Administrative Capital and its iconic skyscrapers shortly after takeoff.

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Suez Canal Gateway

The southern entrance of the Suez Canal at Port Suez, where the waterway meets the Red Sea.

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Sinai High Mountains

The rugged, reddish-brown peaks of the southern Sinai interior, including the general area of Mount Sinai.

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Straits of Tiran

Clear views of Tiran and Sanafir islands sitting in the narrow passage between the Sinai and Saudi Arabia.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing optimal lighting for photographing the jagged Sinai mountain ranges and the industrial marvel of the Suez Canal entrance.

Top Activities in Sharm El Sheikh
Route Information

Distance: 376 km (234 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 38 min

Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)

Arrival: SSH (27.9773006439, 34.3950004578)

Route Type: Domestic

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