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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an exceptional view of the rugged Eastern Desert mountains and the brilliant turquoise contrast of the Red Sea coast during the final approach into Marsa Alam.

Left Side Highlights
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Danube River

Aerial views of the winding Danube and the Vienna Basin immediately following departure from VIE.

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Dinaric Alps

Dramatic mountain ridges stretching across the Balkan Peninsula through Bosnia and Montenegro.

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Aegean Islands

Glimpses of the Greek islands scattered across the deep blue Mediterranean as you cross toward Africa.

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Eastern Desert

The stark, jagged peaks of the Arabo-Nubian Shield mountains in Egypt, offering a lunar-like landscape.

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Red Sea Coastline

Vibrant coral reefs and luxury resorts along the Marsa Alam coast during the descent.

For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to capture the contrast between the desert and the sea. On morning flights, the sun will be on the left initially but will move as you head south, so bring sunglasses. The approach into RMF often involves a turn over the sea, making the left side perfect for viewing the reefs.

Right Side Highlights
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Austrian Alps

Views of the snow-capped Eastern Alps to the west during the initial climb.

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Dalmatian Coast

The intricate coastline and numerous islands of Croatia along the Adriatic Sea.

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Ionian Sea

Vast stretches of the Mediterranean between the southern tip of Italy and Greece.

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Nile Delta & Valley

The lush green ribbon of the Nile River visible in the distance across the Egyptian desert.

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Sahara Fringe

The endless golden dunes of the Western Desert as the plane enters Egyptian airspace.

The right side is ideal for avoiding the harsh glare of the morning sun. It offers a better perspective of the Nile River's greenery against the desert backdrop if the visibility is high. Late afternoon flights will enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Sahara on this side.

Top Activities in Marsa Alam
Route Information

Distance: 2,960 km (1,839 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 57 min

Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)

Arrival: RMF (25.557100296, 34.5836982727)

Route Type: International

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