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TIP → HBE
Which side of the plane to sit from Tripoli International Airport (Tripoli) to Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior visual experience by tracking the vibrant transition between the Mediterranean Sea and the historic coastal cities of Libya and Egypt.
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Mediterranean Coastline
Continuous views of the deep turquoise waters meeting the rugged North African shore.
Misrata Port
Aerial perspective of Libya's vital commercial hub and its extensive harbor facilities.
Gulf of Sirte
A dramatic sweeping view of the large Mediterranean bay between Tripolitania and Cyrenaica.
Jabal al Akhdar
The 'Green Mountain' region, featuring rare forested uplands and fertile coastal plains.
Benghazi Waterfront
Excellent visibility of the historic city center and its Mediterranean lagoons.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun glare while capturing the coastline. This side is particularly scenic during clear weather when the contrast between the sea and the desert edge is most pronounced.
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Sahara Desert
Vast stretches of the Libyan Desert showcasing shifting sand dunes and ancient rock formations.
Sabkha Formations
Unique coastal salt flats that create shimmering, geometric white patterns against the sand.
Energy Infrastructure
Occasional views of remote oil fields and pipelines cutting through the desert landscape.
Marmarica Plateau
The high limestone plateau that dominates the landscape as you cross into Egyptian airspace.
Lake Mariout
A brackish lake near Alexandria that marks the final approach into Borg El Arab.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in desert textures and geological patterns. For late afternoon flights, this side provides dramatic shadows over the dunes, though you may face direct sunlight during mid-day travel.
Book Hotels in AlexandriaDistance: 1,573 km (977 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: TIP (32.6635017395, 13.159000396700002)
Arrival: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Route Type: International
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