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SAH → HOD
Which side of the plane to sit from Sana'a International Airport (Sanaa) to Hodeidah International Airport (Hodeidah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning vantage point for viewing the Haraz Mountains and Jabal An-Nabi Shu'ayb, the highest peak in the Arabian Peninsula, as the flight descends from the high plateau to the Red Sea.
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Jabal An-Nabi Shu'ayb
The highest point in Yemen and the Arabian Peninsula, standing prominently above the surrounding ranges.
Haraz Terraces
Intricate and ancient agricultural terraces carved into the steep mountain slopes for coffee and khat cultivation.
Wadi Siham
A major drainage basin that creates a visible green corridor through the rugged terrain toward the coast.
Southern Tihama Coast
The vast, flat coastal plain where the mountains meet the Red Sea south of the city center.
For the most dramatic views of the mountain terraces, book a morning flight when the eastern sun highlights the depth of the valleys. During the monsoon seasons (April and August), the mountains appear significantly greener, making for much better photography.
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Sana'a Cityscape
A view of the sprawling capital and its unique mud-brick architecture immediately following takeoff.
Cliffside Villages
Historic fortified towns like Al Hajjarah that appear to grow directly out of the mountain peaks.
Hodeidah Port
The industrial heart of the city and its extensive shipping docks visible during the final approach.
Northern Red Sea
A panoramic view of the coastline extending north toward the Saudi border as the plane turns for landing.
The right side is best for those interested in the industrial and urban layout of Hodeidah. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct transition from the brown desert sands to the deep blue of the Red Sea just before touchdown. Polarized sunglasses will help reduce the haze often found over the Tihama plain.
Book Hotels in HodeidahDistance: 156 km (97 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: SAH (15.476300239562988, 44.21969985961914)
Arrival: HOD (14.753000259399414, 42.97629928588867)
Route Type: Domestic
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