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HBE → BEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria) to Benina International Airport (Benghazi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a captivating view of the transition from the Egyptian desert to the Mediterranean coastline and the unique green highlands of eastern Libya.
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North Coast Resorts
The white sands and turquoise waters of Egypt's 'Sahel' region, including the sprawling developments of New Alamein.
Libyan Plateau
The dramatic, arid landscape where the rocky desert plateau meets the sea near the Egyptian-Libyan border.
Marsa Matruh Lagoons
Aerial views of the distinct circular lagoons and protected bays of this historic Egyptian port city.
Jebel Akhdar
The 'Green Mountains' of Libya, a rare fertile region featuring lush vegetation and rugged limestone hills.
Tobruk Skyline
A distant view of the strategic Libyan port city and its deep natural harbor.
Sit on the left to avoid the harsh glare of the Mediterranean sun during midday flights. Watch for the sudden change in terrain about 30 minutes after takeoff when the flat desert gives way to the Cyrenaica highlands. Early morning flights provide the best shadows to highlight desert dunes.
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Unobstructed views of the deep blue expanse stretching toward Southern Europe.
Maritime Traffic
Look for cargo ships and tankers navigating the busy lanes between the Suez Canal and the Western Mediterranean.
Horizon Sunsets
On late afternoon flights, this side provides a front-row seat to the sun dipping below the sea horizon.
Benghazi Coastline
The final approach often provides views of the Benghazi shoreline and the Mediterranean surf before turning inland.
The right side is best for passengers who prefer a calm, minimalist view of the sea. If you are flying in the late afternoon, the right side offers a spectacular sunset, but be prepared for high-altitude haze which can sometimes obscure the horizon line.
Book Hotels in BenghaziDistance: 903 km (561 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Arrival: BEN (32.096801757799994, 20.2695007324)
Route Type: International
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