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SVX → SSH
Which side of the plane to sit from Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg) to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (Sharm El Sheikh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the snow-capped Caucasus, including Mount Elbrus, and the dramatic descent over the rugged Sinai wilderness.
Volga River
Cross over the winding path of Europe's longest river as it flows through the southern Russian plains.
Mount Elbrus
Spot Europe's highest peak standing prominently above the clouds in the Western Caucasus range.
Black Sea Coast
Beautiful views of the coastline where the Greater Caucasus mountains meet the Black Sea.
Taurus Mountains
Rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys visible as the flight exits Turkey toward the Mediterranean.
Sinai Wilderness
An incredible Martian-like landscape of red granite mountains and vast sandy wadis.
Gulf of Suez
Look for the distant silhouettes of cargo ships lining up to enter the Suez Canal.
The Right side (F or K seats) is superior for spotting Mount Elbrus midway through the flight. For evening arrivals, this side offers a spectacular view of the sun setting over the Egyptian desert and the Gulf of Suez.
Southern Urals
View the ancient, low-rolling hills of the Ural range shortly after departing Yekaterinburg.
Caspian Basin
Catch glimpses of the northern Caspian Sea's shimmering horizon while crossing the Russian steppe.
Eastern Caucasus
The high, jagged peaks of the eastern mountain range visible as the plane nears the Turkish border.
Central Anatolia
Observe the arid, high-altitude plateau of Turkey with its unique volcanic topography.
Gulf of Aqaba
Stunning deep blue waters framed by the dark, jagged mountains of Saudi Arabia on the far shore.
Tiran Island
Vibrant turquoise coral reefs and the Straits of Tiran are visible just minutes before touchdown.
Book an 'A' seat for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while viewing the Red Sea coast. During the final 20 minutes, the contrast between the desert mountains and the coral reefs is best captured from this side.
Distance: 3,814 km (2,370 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 29 min
Departure: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Arrival: SSH (27.9773006439, 34.3950004578)
Route Type: International
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