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JIB → HGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (Djibouti) to Egal International Airport (Hargeisa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning contrast between the deep turquoise waters of the Gulf of Aden and the vast, arid coastal plains of Somaliland, including historic port views.
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Port of Djibouti
Aerial view of the massive container terminals and the strategic naval infrastructure of Djibouti City immediately after takeoff.
Gulf of Aden Coastline
Continuous views of the pristine, untouched coastline where the blue ocean meets the white sands of the Horn of Africa.
Zeila Archipelago
Small islands and coral reefs near the ancient historic port city of Zeila, one of the oldest cities in the region.
Lughaya Beaches
Remote and desolate coastal stretches characterized by dramatic sand dunes and turquoise shallows.
For the best experience, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the coastal colors. Look out for the distinct change in water depth signaled by the vibrant turquoise reefs near Zeila. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the complex infrastructure of the Djibouti docks.
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Ardoukoba Volcanic Region
The rugged, dark volcanic landscape of the African Rift Valley visible in the distance during the early phase of the flight.
Grand Bara Desert
A vast, flat dried-out lake bed in southern Djibouti known for its shimmering heat mirages and cracked earth.
Ogo Mountains
The dramatic rising terrain of the Golis Range as the aircraft crosses into the Somaliland interior towards the highlands.
Naasa Hablood
The iconic 'Virgin's Breast' twin hills located on the outskirts of Hargeisa, visible during the final descent into Egal International.
Sit on this side to witness the dramatic transition from the flat coastal desert to the rugged mountain highlands. On the final approach into Hargeisa, look specifically for the distinct conical shape of the Naasa Hablood hills. Avoid late afternoon flights if you want to avoid direct sun glare from the west.
Book Hotels in HargeisaDistance: 247 km (153 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: JIB (11.547300338745115, 43.15950012207031)
Arrival: HGA (9.518170356750488, 44.08879852294922)
Route Type: International
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