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VIE → HRG
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Hurghada International Airport (Hurghada)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the lush Nile Delta to the Sahara Desert, including potential glimpses of Cairo and the Pyramids, followed by a stunning coastal approach over the Red Sea reefs.
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Vienna City Center
A panoramic view of the Austrian capital's historic district depending on the departure runway.
Dalmatian Coast
The stunning turquoise waters and white pebble beaches of the Croatian coastline and islands.
Nile Delta
A sharp contrast where the vibrant green agricultural lands of the Delta meet the harsh yellow desert sands.
Pyramids of Giza
If the flight path passes west of Cairo, the Giza plateau and its ancient monuments are visible in the distance.
Hurghada Reefs
Incredible views of shallow coral reefs, sandbars, and turquoise lagoons during the final approach into HRG.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for the Egyptian leg of the journey. Try to book a morning flight for the best lighting over the Nile and Cairo. During the descent into Hurghada, the plane often banks over the water, providing a top-down view of the coral formations which are best seen between 10 AM and 2 PM when the sun is high.
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Vienna Prater
A view of the iconic Ferris wheel and the Danube river loops immediately after takeoff from VIE.
Lake Balaton
The largest lake in Central Europe, visible as a long turquoise ribbon while crossing Hungary.
The Dinaric Alps
Rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys stretching across the Balkan Peninsula.
Suez Canal
On clear days, you can spot the thin blue line of the canal and container ships waiting in the Gulf of Suez.
Shadwan Island
A large, barren rocky island marking the entrance to the Gulf of Suez during the final descent.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun. This side is excellent for spotting the Suez Canal shipping lanes as you enter Egyptian airspace. Look out for the sunrise over the Red Sea if you are on a very early morning flight.
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Get eSIMs for EgyptDistance: 2,764 km (1,717 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 41 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: HRG (27.178300857543945, 33.799400329589844)
Route Type: International
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