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WJR → HGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Wajir Airport (Wajir) to Egal International Airport (Hargeisa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic approach into Hargeisa, featuring the legendary Naasa Hablood twin hills and a more dramatic view of the Ogo Mountains southern slopes.
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Ogaden Plateau
Expansive vistas of the Somali Region's nomadic pathways and seasonal watering holes.
Naasa Hablood
The iconic twin hills, also known as the Virgin's Breasts, which serve as a landmark for Hargeisa.
Hargeisa Valley
A comprehensive view of the sprawling capital city nestled between rugged limestone hills.
Seasonal Wadis
Intricate patterns of dry riverbeds, known locally as Togs, that wind through the landscape like veins.
As the aircraft begins its descent into Egal International, keep a sharp eye out for the distinctive conical Naasa Hablood peaks. These are best viewed in the late afternoon sun when the iron-rich soil takes on a deep orange hue. Sit toward the front of the wing for an unobstructed view of the urban sprawl during the final turn.
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Wajir Aridlands
Dense clusters of acacia scrub and red desert soil unique to the North Eastern Province.
Tri-Border Region
The intersection of Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia where geographic features shift from flat plains to rising plateaus.
Ethiopian Escarpment
Distant views of the rising highlands toward the Harar and Jijiga regions of Ethiopia.
Focus on the horizon during the middle segment of the flight to catch the faint silhouette of the Ethiopian Highlands. Early morning flights are recommended to avoid the dust haze that can obscure the distant plateau by midday.
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Get eSIMs for SomaliaDistance: 972 km (604 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: WJR (1.73324, 40.091599)
Arrival: HGA (9.518170356750488, 44.08879852294922)
Route Type: International
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