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SHJ → HBE
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a stunning sequence of landmarks, from the early views of the Dubai skyline to the jagged peaks of the Sinai Peninsula and the expansive views of the Nile crossing near Cairo.
Dubai Skyline
Shortly after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the Burj Khalifa and the urban sprawl of Dubai across the wing.
Al Nafud Desert
Fly over the vast, rolling red sand dunes of the northern Arabian Peninsula.
Gulf of Aqaba
Clear views of the deep blue waters and the coastal towns of Dahab and Nuweiba.
Sinai Mountains
Dramatic granite mountain ranges, including the area near Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine.
Gulf of Suez
Watch for cargo ships lining up to enter the Suez Canal from the southern end.
Nile and Cairo
As you enter the Delta region, see the sharp transition between desert and the green Nile valley.
Choose a daytime flight to appreciate the colors of the Sinai mountains and the desert. Sit behind the wing for unobstructed photos of the Suez Canal crossing. On evening flights, the sun sets directly ahead or to the left, creating a beautiful golden hour over the Egyptian desert.
Sharjah Coastline
Detailed views of the Sharjah and Ajman waterfronts during the initial climb.
Tabuk Highlands
Rugged and ancient rock formations in the northwestern region of Saudi Arabia.
Tiran Island
The turquoise waters and reefs at the mouth of the Gulf of Aqaba.
Suez Canal
A view of the northern stretch of the canal cutting through the desert landscape.
Nile Delta
A massive expanse of green agriculture that contrasts sharply with the surrounding Sahara.
Alexandria Harbor
Views of the Mediterranean coast and the historical harbor during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for seeing the lush greenery of the Nile Delta in contrast with the Mediterranean coast. For morning flights, this side will be shaded, providing better conditions for photography without glare from the sun.
Distance: 2,601 km (1,616 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 28 min
Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Arrival: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Route Type: International
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