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SAH → JIB
Which side of the plane to sit from Sana'a International Airport (Sanaa) to Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (Djibouti)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the maritime traffic in the Bab-el-Mandeb strait and the dramatic volcanic coastline of Djibouti, including the Seven Brothers Islands and the Gulf of Tadjoura during the approach.
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Tihama Coast
The flat, sun-bleached coastal strip of Yemen bordering the Red Sea.
Shipping Lanes
High-density maritime traffic of tankers and cargo ships navigating the narrow Bab-el-Mandeb chokepoint.
Sawabi Islands
A striking chain of six volcanic islands, also known as the Seven Brothers, off the coast of Djibouti.
Gulf of Tadjoura
Deep turquoise waters surrounded by dark volcanic rocks as the plane enters Djiboutian airspace.
Djibouti City Port
Clear views of the massive container terminals and the capital's urban layout during final descent.
This side is perfect for observing the world's most active shipping lanes. As you cross into Africa, the volcanic landscape of Djibouti becomes very prominent; keep your camera ready for the contrast between the dark basaltic rock and the bright blue sea.
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Sana'a Highlands
Rugged mountain terrain and ancient terraced fields visible immediately after departure.
Taiz City
A glimpse of the historic city nestled at the base of the towering Jebel Sabir mountain.
Perim Island
A strategic island located in the center of the Bab-el-Mandeb strait.
Gulf of Aden
The expansive blue waters where the Red Sea opens into the Indian Ocean.
Coastal Plains
The sandy, arid landscape of the Tihama region along the southern Yemeni coast.
Choose a morning flight for the clearest visibility over the Yemeni mountains before afternoon haze develops. Look for the ancient stone villages perched on the cliff edges during the first 15 minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for DjiboutiDistance: 452 km (281 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: SAH (15.476300239562988, 44.21969985961914)
Arrival: JIB (11.547300338745115, 43.15950012207031)
Route Type: International
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