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SSH → KWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (Sharm El Sheikh) to Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Red Sea's coral reefs, the massive infrastructure projects of NEOM, and a scenic coastal approach into Kuwait City.
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Tiran Island
Stunning views of the islands and turquoise coral reefs at the mouth of the Gulf of Aqaba.
NEOM & The Line
Spot the massive earthworks and construction sites of the futuristic Saudi megaproject along the coast.
Great Nafud Desert
An endless sea of reddish-gold sand dunes stretching across the heart of the Arabian Peninsula.
Kuwaiti Oil Fields
The intricate network of pipelines, wellheads, and flare stacks near the Saudi-Kuwaiti border.
Kuwait City Skyline
A breathtaking view of the Kuwait Towers and the Persian Gulf coastline during the final descent.
This is the preferred side for coastal views. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the NEOM construction sites and the golden dunes of the Nafud. During the descent into KWI, this side frequently offers a clear view of the city's modern architecture.
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Sinai Mountains
Dramatic, rugged granite peaks of the southern Sinai Peninsula visible immediately after takeoff.
Gulf of Aqaba
The deep blue waters separating the Sinai Peninsula from the Saudi Arabian mainland.
Tabuk City
A bird's eye view of one of Saudi Arabia's largest northern urban centers and its surrounding agricultural circles.
Northern Border Plateaus
Vast, desolate rocky plateaus and wadis that characterize the border region between Saudi Arabia and Iraq.
Sit on this side for morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Sinai range. It is also the better side for viewing the desert's unique 'circular farm' irrigation patterns in the Tabuk region.
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Get eSIMs for KuwaitDistance: 1,332 km (828 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: SSH (27.9773006439, 34.3950004578)
Arrival: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)
Route Type: International
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