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EBB → ASM
Which side of the plane to sit from Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe) to Asmara International Airport (Asmara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the dramatic rise of the Ethiopian Highlands and the spectacular jagged peaks of the Simien Mountains before the final approach into the high-altitude plateau of Asmara.
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Mount Elgon
A massive extinct shield volcano on the Uganda-Kenya border visible shortly after departure from Entebbe.
Ethiopian Highlands
The 'Roof of Africa,' featuring vast high-altitude plateaus and deep, dramatic river valleys.
Simien Mountains
Breathtaking views of jagged mountain peaks and steep precipices as you traverse northern Ethiopia.
Lake Tana
The largest lake in Ethiopia and the source of the Blue Nile, often visible in the distance to the east.
Asmara Ridge
The dramatic climb over the edge of the highland plateau as the aircraft prepares to land in Asmara.
The right side is significantly more scenic for mountain lovers. Try to secure a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Simien Mountains. For morning flights, be aware of the sun's position which may cause glare; however, the terrain detail of the Tekeze River Gorge makes it worth the risk. Keep an eye out for the transition from the green highlands to the semi-desert as you enter Eritrean airspace.
Book Hotels in AsmaraLake Victoria Islands
Aerial views of the Ssese Islands and the lush shoreline surrounding Entebbe immediately after takeoff.
The White Nile
Occasional sightings of the White Nile as it snakes its way northward through Uganda and into South Sudan.
The Sudd Wetlands
If the flight path veers west, you can see one of the world's largest freshwater ecosystems in South Sudan.
Sudanese Lowlands
The transition from lush green tropical landscapes to the arid, sandy plains of eastern Sudan.
Choose the left side if you are flying during a late afternoon or evening flight to enjoy the sunset over the Nile Basin. This side generally has less direct glare during the morning hours, making it easier to photograph the expansive plains of South Sudan.
Get eSIMs for Uganda
Get eSIMs for EritreaDistance: 1,838 km (1,142 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: EBB (0.042386, 32.443501)
Arrival: ASM (15.291899681091309, 38.91070175170898)
Route Type: International
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