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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the rugged Sinai Peninsula mountains and the vibrant turquoise coral reefs of the Red Sea during the final descent into Hurghada.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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Greater Caucasus

Spectacular views of the glaciated peaks of the Caucasus range during the transit over the Georgia-Russia border area.

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Cypriot Coastline

Depending on the specific airway, the eastern edge of Cyprus often emerges from the Mediterranean blue.

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Sinai Peninsula

A stunning display of the jagged granite peaks and deep canyons of the southern Sinai desert.

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Suez Canal South

Aerial perspective of the Gulf of Suez, often dotted with massive cargo ships queuing for canal transit.

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Red Sea Reefs

Breathtaking turquoise lagoons and the Giftun Islands visible just minutes before touchdown at HRG.

Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct afternoon sun glare. This side is particularly spectacular during the descent when the plane maneuvers over the Red Sea, offering the best views of the coral formations and resort coastlines. Watch for the transition from the arid Sinai mountains to the deep blue sea.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Central Russian Upland

Rolling hills and dense forests south of Moscow visible shortly after departure from Domodedovo.

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Taurus Mountains

The dramatic limestone peaks of southern Turkey provide a rugged backdrop as you head toward the Mediterranean.

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Turkish Riviera

Bird's-eye view of the Antalya region's coastline before the long crossing over the open sea.

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Eastern Desert

Vast, undulating sand dunes and dry wadis of Egypt's Eastern Desert stretching toward the horizon.

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Hurghada Strip

The long line of luxury resorts and turquoise hotel pools stretching along the coast north of the city.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Egyptian desert. During the approach, you will see the urban sprawl of Hurghada and the contrast between the yellow desert sands and the blue sea. If you are flying in winter, the lower sun angle on this side provides excellent photography lighting for the Turkish mountain ranges.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,157 km (1,962 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min

Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)

Arrival: HRG (27.178300857543945, 33.799400329589844)

Route Type: International

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