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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior perspective of the lush Nile Valley upon departure and provides the most iconic views of the Kuwait City skyline and the Persian Gulf during the approach.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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The Nile Ribbon

The dramatic contrast between the fertile green valley and the surrounding Sahara immediately after takeoff from Luxor.

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Sinai Peninsula

Distant views of the rugged mountain ranges of southern Sinai as you cross the Red Sea.

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Great Nafud Desert

Expansive views of northern Saudi Arabia's red sand dunes and ancient volcanic landscapes.

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Kuwait City Skyline

The best angle for viewing the Kuwait Towers and the dense urban architecture when approaching from the south.

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Persian Gulf

The shimmering blue waters of the Gulf appearing as the aircraft aligns for its final descent into KWI.

Sit on the left for a front-row seat to the Nile's fertility. For morning flights, this side avoids the direct glare of the sun, making it much easier to photograph the desert textures of Saudi Arabia and the urban sprawl of Kuwait City.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Eastern Desert Peaks

The sharp, jagged mountains of Egypt's Eastern Desert before reaching the coastline.

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Red Sea Reefs

Clear views of the turquoise coral reef systems along the Egyptian and Saudi Arabian coastlines.

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Arabian Heartland

The vast, desolate beauty of the central Saudi plateau with occasional glimpses of remote highway networks.

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Burgan Oil Field

Views of one of the world's largest sandstone oil fields south of Kuwait City, identifiable by its massive infrastructure.

The right side is excellent for observing the industrial scale of the oil industry as you enter Kuwaiti airspace. On afternoon flights, you'll witness a spectacular golden hour glow over the Saudi desert, though heat haze can occasionally reduce clarity.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,556 km (967 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min

Departure: LXR (25.671, 32.7066)

Arrival: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)

Route Type: International

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