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LHR → ADD
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for tracking the Nile River through Egypt and Sudan, viewing the highest peaks of the Alps, and witnessing the dramatic ascent into the Ethiopian plateau.
Western Alps
Spectacular views of Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn on clear day flights over Europe.
Mediterranean Sea
Deep blue waters and the crossing point from the European to the African continent.
The Nile River
The lifeblood of Egypt snaking through the golden Sahara in a vivid green strip.
Sahara Desert
Vast, undulating sand dunes and rocky plateaus across northern Sudan.
Simien Mountains
The jagged peaks of the Ethiopian Highlands as you approach Addis Ababa for landing.
The right side offers the iconic sight of the Nile River cutting through the desert for hundreds of miles. On evening departures, this side provides beautiful sunset views over the Mediterranean. During the final hour of flight, keep your eyes peeled for the dramatic escarpments of the Ethiopian plateau.
Eastern Alps
Glaciers and peaks of the Austrian and Swiss ranges shortly after departure from Europe.
Adriatic Coast
The turquoise waters and jagged islands of the Balkan coastline during the descent south.
Cairo & Nile Delta
The sprawling lights of Egypt's capital and the fertile green delta bordering the desert.
Sinai Peninsula
The rugged, mountainous desert landscape and the northern tip of the Red Sea.
Great Rift Valley
The massive geological trench visible as you cross into the Horn of Africa.
Choose the left side for morning arrivals to catch the sunrise over the Red Sea. This side offers better views of the Sinai Peninsula and the Eastern Desert of Egypt. If flying at night, the lights of Cairo and the Suez Canal are prominent features on this side.
Distance: 5,920 km (3,679 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 58 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Route Type: International
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