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JED → HBE
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Sinai Peninsula terrain, the historic Suez Canal entrance, and the stark geographic transition into the Nile Delta.
Hijaz Mountains
Dramatic views of the jagged mountain ranges of western Saudi Arabia immediately after takeoff.
Sinai Peninsula
The deep canyons and massive granite peaks of the southern Sinai, including the area near Mount Sinai.
Suez Canal Entrance
Watch for the city of Suez and the queue of massive container ships waiting to transit the canal.
Nile Delta Greenery
A sharp, incredible line where the arid desert abruptly turns into the lush, fertile green farmlands of the Delta.
Tanta & Delta Cities
Densely populated Egyptian cities appearing as clusters of red-brick buildings amidst the green fields.
The right side is best for morning flights as the sun illuminates the Sinai mountains. Keep a close eye out when crossing the Gulf of Suez; identifying the Suez Canal entrance is a highlight for geography enthusiasts. Ensure your window is clean, as the desert haze can sometimes reduce contrast.
Red Sea Coastline
Aerial views of the vibrant coral reefs and turquoise waters of the Egyptian Red Sea coast.
Hurghada & El Gouna
Spot the sprawling resort towns and artificial lagoons of the Red Sea Riviera from above.
Eastern Desert Peaks
The rugged, dark volcanic mountain ranges that run parallel to the Egyptian coastline.
Greater Cairo
On clear days, the vast urban sprawl of Cairo and the winding Nile River are visible in the distance.
Pyramids of Giza
If the flight path passes west of Cairo, you can often spot the three main pyramids on the desert edge.
Sit on the left side during late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Sahara Desert. If you are hoping to see the Pyramids, use the Cairo skyline as a landmark; they will appear as small geometric shapes on the very edge of the green vegetation and brown desert.
Distance: 1,393 km (866 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Route Type: International
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