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Our Recommendation
8.8

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.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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Austrian Alps

Spectacular views of the snow-capped Tyrolean peaks shortly after crossing the German border.

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Dalmatian Coast

The intricate coastline of Croatia and its hundreds of islands scattered across the Adriatic Sea.

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Greek Archipelago

Aerial views of the Ionian and Aegean islands as the flight traverses the Mediterranean toward Africa.

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Nile Delta

The stark contrast where the lush green vegetation of the Delta meets the Mediterranean Sea.

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Sinai Peninsula

The rugged, reddish-brown mountains of Southern Sinai and the Gulf of Suez coming into view.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Swiss-Austrian Border

High-altitude views of the central Alpine range and deep glacial valleys.

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Mediterranean Transit

Deep blue waters dotted with cargo ships heading toward the Suez Canal entrance.

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Greater Cairo

Depending on the corridor, a distant view of the sprawling Egyptian capital and the Nile's bend.

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The Nile River

The iconic silver ribbon of the Nile cutting through the vast expanse of the Sahara desert.

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Eastern Desert

Dramatic 'Moon-like' landscapes, wind-eroded wadis, and desolate mountain ranges.

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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.

Top Activities in Hurghada
Route Information

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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