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TUN → SRX
Which side of the plane to sit from Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis) to Gardabya Airport (Sirt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Mediterranean coastline, the historic Gulf of Gabes, and the iconic island of Djerba before following the Libyan coast toward Sirt.
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Carthage & Sidi Bou Said
Historic ruins and the iconic blue-and-white village visible immediately after takeoff over the Gulf of Tunis.
Djerba Island
The famous 'Island of Dreams' featuring distinct white-washed architecture and turquoise coastal waters.
Gulf of Gabes
A stunning expanse of the Mediterranean where the sea transitions into the shallow Tunisian shelf.
Tripoli Coastline
The distant urban sprawl of the Libyan capital and its modern port facilities along the shoreline.
Misrata Port
Detailed view of Libya's major commercial hub and the industrial layout before the descent into Sirt.
Sit on the left for the best coastal perspective. Early morning flights provide excellent lighting on the water without sun glare. Watch for the flat Kerkennah Islands—they appear as unique geographic rafts in the sea.
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Expansive aerial view of the Tunisian capital and the surrounding salt lakes immediately after departure.
Sousse & Monastir
Popular Tunisian resort towns known for their sandy beaches and historical coastal fortifications.
El Jem Amphitheatre
One of the world's best-preserved Roman arenas, visible as a massive circular structure in the Tunisian interior.
Sahara Desert Fringe
The dramatic and harsh transition from coastal vegetation to the vast, arid dunes of the Libyan desert.
Libyan Arid Plateau
Fascinating geological patterns and occasional irrigation circles carved into the dry desert landscape.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare from the sea. If the flight path is slightly inland, keep a close watch for El Jem; its scale makes it identifiable even from cruising altitude.
Book Hotels in SirtDistance: 871 km (541 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Arrival: SRX (31.0634994507, 16.5949993134)
Route Type: International
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