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LOS → AMM
Which side of the plane to sit from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos) to Queen Alia International Airport (Amman)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled sequence of world-class landmarks, including the Nile River, the Pyramids of Giza, the Suez Canal, and a spectacular descent over the Dead Sea.
The Nile River
The striking contrast of a lush green ribbon of life winding through the arid Egyptian desert.
Pyramids of Giza
On clear days, the Great Pyramids are visible as small geometric shapes on the outskirts of Cairo.
Suez Canal
The world-famous maritime shortcut connecting the Red Sea to the Mediterranean.
Sinai Peninsula
The dramatic, rugged peaks of the Sinai desert, including Mount Sinai's general vicinity.
The Dead Sea
The vibrant turquoise waters and white salt shores of the lowest point on Earth during the final approach.
Mount Nebo
The biblical site overlooking the Jordan Valley just before landing in Amman.
For the best experience, choose an afternoon flight to ensure the sun is behind you while viewing the Nile and Dead Sea. The Pyramids are best spotted about 45-60 minutes before arrival in Amman; keep your eyes fixed just west of Cairo's dense urban core. In winter, the Sinai mountains may even show light dustings of snow.
Ténéré Desert
Vast, undulating sand dunes of the Sahara as the flight crosses Northern Niger.
Aïr Mountains
The stark, dark volcanic massifs of the Aïr Mountains rising abruptly from the desert floor.
Mediterranean Horizon
Distant views of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea as the aircraft approaches the Egyptian coast.
Alexandria
The historic Egyptian port city and its sprawling urban layout visible on the coast.
Amman Citadel
Final views of the hilly urban landscape of Amman during the descent into Queen Alia International.
The left side is ideal for capturing the raw, desolate beauty of the Sahara. For night flights, look for the faint lights of remote Saharan outposts. During the day, polarized sunglasses will help reduce the intense glare from the desert sand and the Mediterranean sun.
Distance: 4,393 km (2,730 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 10 min
Departure: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Arrival: AMM (31.7226009369, 35.9931983948)
Route Type: International
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