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TAI → SAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Ta'izz International Airport (Taiz) to Sana'a International Airport (Sanaa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a direct view of the most dramatic mountain peaks in the Sarawat range, including the highest point in the Arabian Peninsula, and the world-famous ancient agricultural terraces.
Ancient Terraces
Centuries-old stone-walled agricultural terraces that wrap around the mountains like giant stairs.
Dhamar Volcanics
Distinctive dark basaltic landscapes and extinct volcanic cones near the city of Dhamar.
Jabal An-Nabi Shu'ayb
The highest peak in Yemen and the entire Arabian Peninsula, reaching an elevation of 3,666 meters.
Old City of Sana'a
As the plane turns for approach, look for the iconic 'gingerbread' architecture of the historic capital.
The right side is the most scenic for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the terraced mountainsides. Keep a close eye out for the distinct mountain villages that appear to be carved directly out of the rock faces.
Mount Sabir
The massive limestone mountain that towers over the city of Taiz, visible immediately after takeoff.
Western Escarpment
Dramatic views of the steep drop-offs where the highlands meet the Tihamah coastal plains.
Ibb City
The 'Green City' of Yemen, often surrounded by lush vegetation and misty valleys.
Jabal Raymah
Rugged peaks often shrouded in clouds, marking the western edge of the central plateau.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. This side provides a better perspective of the vast distance toward the Red Sea, though the coast itself is usually obscured by haze.
Distance: 199 km (124 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: TAI (13.6859998703, 44.1390991211)
Arrival: SAH (15.476300239562988, 44.21969985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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