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HGA → MGQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Egal International Airport (Hargeisa) to Aden Adde International Airport (Mogadishu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the Golis Mountains to the stunning turquoise coastline of the Indian Ocean and a panoramic view of Mogadishu's historic districts upon landing.
Golis Range
Rugged limestone mountains and deep gorges visible shortly after takeoff from Hargeisa.
Central Somali Plateau
Expansive desert vistas featuring the unique patterns of arid landscape and nomadic paths.
Indian Ocean Approach
A breathtaking color shift from the desert browns to the vibrant turquoise and deep blue of the ocean.
Lido Beach
The famous white-sand curve of Mogadishu's shoreline visible during the final descent.
Hamar Weyne
Aerial view of the historic heart of Mogadishu with its distinctive coastal architecture.
Morning flights (08:00 to 10:00) provide the best lighting for the coastline without sea haze. Seat yourself in the front of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction when viewing the Mogadishu port area and the coral reefs.
Naasa Hablood
The iconic twin hills near Hargeisa, a symbolic landmark of the Somaliland region visible right after takeoff.
The Haud
The vast red-soil plains that stretch toward the Ethiopian border, showcasing intense earth tones and pastoralist trails.
Shebelle River Valley
A rare ribbon of green vegetation following the river's path through the southern plains near the destination.
Balcad Region
Pockets of shrubland and seasonal greenery that provide a sharp contrast to the surrounding arid desert.
Aden Adde Seawall
The dramatic sight of the airport runway sitting directly adjacent to the crashing waves of the Indian Ocean.
Afternoon flights are ideal for catching the golden hour light on the red sands of the Haud plateau. Keep an eye out for dry riverbeds, known locally as Tugs, which form intricate tree-like patterns across the arid earth.
Distance: 845 km (525 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: HGA (9.518170356750488, 44.08879852294922)
Arrival: MGQ (2.014440059661865, 45.3046989440918)
Route Type: Domestic
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