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LXR → KWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Luxor International Airport (Luxor) to Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait)?
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.
The Nile Ribbon
The dramatic contrast between the fertile green valley and the surrounding Sahara immediately after takeoff from Luxor.
Sinai Peninsula
Distant views of the rugged mountain ranges of southern Sinai as you cross the Red Sea.
Great Nafud Desert
Expansive views of northern Saudi Arabia's red sand dunes and ancient volcanic landscapes.
Kuwait City Skyline
The best angle for viewing the Kuwait Towers and the dense urban architecture when approaching from the south.
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.
Eastern Desert Peaks
The sharp, jagged mountains of Egypt's Eastern Desert before reaching the coastline.
Red Sea Reefs
Clear views of the turquoise coral reef systems along the Egyptian and Saudi Arabian coastlines.
Arabian Heartland
The vast, desolate beauty of the central Saudi plateau with occasional glimpses of remote highway networks.
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.
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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