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HBE → AMM
Which side of the plane to sit from Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria) to Queen Alia International Airport (Amman)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Suez Canal's southern entry, the dramatic high-altitude granite peaks of the Sinai Peninsula, and the stunning convergence of four countries at the Gulf of Aqaba.
Suez Canal
A bird's-eye view of the world's most famous maritime shortcut, often featuring lines of cargo ships waiting to transit.
Great Bitter Lake
The large saltwater lake that forms part of the canal, used as a passing lane for massive container ships.
Sinai Mountains
The jagged, majestic red-granite peaks of the southern Sinai interior, including the general area of Mount Sinai.
Gulf of Aqaba
The deep blue waters of the Red Sea's northern arm, providing views of Aqaba (Jordan) and Eilat (Israel) simultaneously.
Wadi Mujib
Jordan's 'Grand Canyon,' a spectacular gorge that enters the Dead Sea, visible during the final approach to AMM.
For the most dramatic experience, choose a window seat on the right side behind the wing to avoid engine glare. This side is perfect for capturing the contrast between the Suez engineering marvel and the ancient, rugged desert mountains of the Sinai. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating the desert colors perfectly.
Alexandria Skyline
Aerial view of the 'Pearl of the Mediterranean' and the crescent-shaped Eastern Harbor immediately after takeoff.
The Nile Delta
The intricate patchwork of green farmland and irrigation canals that forms the agricultural heart of Egypt.
Lake Bardawil
A vast, shallow lagoon on the North Sinai coast separated from the Mediterranean by a thin, curving sandbar.
Judean Wilderness
The stark, rolling limestone hills of the West Bank as the flight begins its descent toward Amman.
Northern Dead Sea
The turquoise waters and white salt-encrusted shores of the world's lowest point on land.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Mediterranean. It is the better side for viewing the coastal transition from Egypt into the Levant, though the sun can be quite strong on this side during late afternoon flights heading east.
Distance: 605 km (376 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Arrival: AMM (31.7226009369, 35.9931983948)
Route Type: International
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