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FRA → HRG
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Hurghada International Airport (Hurghada)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side provides a superior perspective of the jagged Austrian Alps and an unbeatable view of the turquoise Red Sea reefs and Sinai Peninsula during the descent into Hurghada.
Austrian Alps
Spectacular views of the snow-capped Tyrolean peaks shortly after crossing the German border.
Dalmatian Coast
The intricate coastline of Croatia and its hundreds of islands scattered across the Adriatic Sea.
Greek Archipelago
Aerial views of the Ionian and Aegean islands as the flight traverses the Mediterranean toward Africa.
Nile Delta
The stark contrast where the lush green vegetation of the Delta meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Sinai Peninsula
The rugged, reddish-brown mountains of Southern Sinai and the Gulf of Suez coming into view.
Red Sea Reefs
Stunning turquoise coral formations and shallow lagoons visible during the final approach to HRG.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Alps and the Red Sea reefs. During the descent, look out for the Giftun Islands; the contrast between the sand and the deep blue water is breathtaking. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastal geography.
Swiss-Austrian Border
High-altitude views of the central Alpine range and deep glacial valleys.
Mediterranean Transit
Deep blue waters dotted with cargo ships heading toward the Suez Canal entrance.
Greater Cairo
Depending on the corridor, a distant view of the sprawling Egyptian capital and the Nile's bend.
The Nile River
The iconic silver ribbon of the Nile cutting through the vast expanse of the Sahara desert.
Eastern Desert
Dramatic 'Moon-like' landscapes, wind-eroded wadis, and desolate mountain ranges.
Hurghada Resorts
A top-down view of the extensive resort complexes and lagoons lining the coast just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for spotting the Nile River and the transition from fertile land to absolute desert. If the flight path passes west of Cairo, you may catch a glimpse of the Pyramids of Giza in the distance. Note that afternoon flights on this side will face the sun, which can make photography difficult due to glare.
Distance: 3,324 km (2,065 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: HRG (27.178300857543945, 33.799400329589844)
Route Type: International
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