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KRT → ADD
Which side of the plane to sit from Khartoum International Airport (Khartoum) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Blue Nile winding its way through the dramatic Abay Gorge and the spectacular transition from the Sudanese desert to the lush Ethiopian Highlands.
Nile Confluence
Shortly after takeoff, view the historic meeting point of the White and Blue Niles in Khartoum.
The Blue Nile Path
Follow the silver thread of the Blue Nile as it meanders southeast toward its source.
Blue Nile Gorge
Witness the 'Grand Canyon of Africa,' where the river has carved deep, spectacular canyons into the plateau.
Mount Entoto
The eucalyptus-covered ridges of Entoto Mountain signal the final approach into Addis Ababa.
Book an early morning flight to avoid the midday haze over Khartoum and to catch the morning light illuminating the deep shadows of the Blue Nile Gorge. During the rainy season (June-September), expect thick cloud cover over the Ethiopian Highlands, making the initial ascent from Khartoum the most scenic part.
Gezira Irrigation Scheme
Observe one of the world's largest irrigation projects, creating a patchwork of green in the Sudanese desert.
Dinder National Park
Views of the remote wilderness area near the Sudan-Ethiopia border, characterized by riverine forests.
Addis Ababa Skyline
A panoramic view of the sprawling high-altitude capital city during the final descent into Bole International.
The right side is excellent for observing the vastness of the Gezira Plain. As you enter Ethiopian airspace, watch for the dramatic rise of the Ethiopian Escarpment where the flat plains suddenly give way to jagged mountain cliffs. This side typically gets less direct sun glare on morning southbound flights.
Distance: 1,000 km (621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: KRT (15.589500427246096, 32.55319976806641)
Arrival: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Route Type: International
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