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HBE → YNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria) to Prince Abdulmohsin Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Yenbo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Nile Delta's greenery and the dense urban landscape of Alexandria and the Cairo periphery before transitioning to the dramatic Red Sea coastline.
Alexandria Coastline
Immediately after takeoff, view the historic Mediterranean port city and its curved bay.
Nile Delta Greenery
A stunning view of the lush, agricultural heart of Egypt contrasting sharply with the surrounding desert.
Cairo Periphery
Depending on the flight path, the distant sprawl of the Egyptian capital and the Nile river become visible.
Eastern Desert Peaks
The jagged, dark volcanic mountains of Egypt's Eastern Desert provide a lunar-like landscape.
Gulf of Suez
Aerial perspective of the busy shipping lanes entering the southern mouth of the Suez Canal.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides the best view of the transition from the Mediterranean to the fertile Delta. If flying at night, the density of lights in the Delta and along the Nile is spectacular.
Lake Mariout
A large brackish lake located just south of Alexandria, visible shortly after departure.
Western Desert Edge
The vast, golden expanse of the Sahara stretching endlessly to the west.
Galala Plateau
Massive limestone plateaus that rise sharply from the desert floor near the Red Sea coast.
Yanbu Coral Reefs
Intricate turquoise reef patterns visible in the crystal-clear waters during the final approach into Saudi Arabia.
This side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Sahara. During the descent into Yanbu, keep your camera ready for the vivid turquoise colors of the Red Sea’s coral systems which are more prominent on this side during the bank for landing.
Distance: 1,116 km (693 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Arrival: YNB (24.144199, 38.0634)
Route Type: International
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