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HBE → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional vantage point for the verdant Nile Delta, the engineering marvel of the Suez Canal entrance, the dramatic Sinai mountain range, and a stunning approach over the holy city of Madinah.
Alexandria Coastline
Panoramic views of the Mediterranean shoreline and the ancient city's harbor immediately after takeoff from HBE.
The Nile Delta
The striking contrast between the lush green agricultural lands and the surrounding arid desert as the plane heads southeast.
Suez Canal Entrance
Views of the Gulf of Suez and the southern terminus of the canal, often filled with large cargo vessels.
Sinai Peninsula Peaks
The rugged, jagged mountain ranges of southern Sinai, including the historic high-altitude desert terrain.
Madinah Cityscape
A breathtaking view of the urban landscape and the iconic Mount Uhud during the final descent into Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport.
Request a window seat ahead of the wing for the clearest views of the Nile Delta. On morning flights, the sun rises in the east, which may cause glare on this side; midday or late afternoon flights are optimal for photography. Watch for the distinctive turquoise shades of the Red Sea coast as you cross into Saudi airspace.
Giza Pyramids
On clear days, the Great Pyramids are often visible as small geometric silhouettes on the horizon as the flight bypasses the Greater Cairo area.
Eastern Desert
The vast, desolate beauty of Egypt's Red Sea Hills, characterized by deep wadis and ancient rock formations.
Red Sea Reefs
Bird's-eye views of vibrant coral reef systems and shallow turquoise lagoons along the Egyptian coastline.
Harrat Al-Madinah
Dramatic views of the black basalt volcanic fields and dormant craters that surround the region of Madinah.
Keep your eyes peeled approximately 15 to 20 minutes after departure for a glimpse of the Giza Plateau on the horizon. Afternoon flights are particularly scenic on this side as the sun illuminates the reddish hues of the Egyptian desert and the volcanic fields in Saudi Arabia. Use a polarized filter on your camera to cut through the haze over the Red Sea.
Distance: 1,212 km (753 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: International
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