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Best window seat at Neom Bay Airport

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Red Sea coastline, Midyan Mountains to the northeast, Gulf of Aqaba waters

LandingLEFT

Red Sea coastline, Neom Bay waters, coastal desert terrain

🛫 Taking Off from Sharma (NUM)

Best sideRight
WhyRunway 33 departures climb northward over the Red Sea coast and Gulf of Aqaba. The right side offers views of the dramatic Midyan Mountains and the Red Sea shoreline as you climb out, while the left side faces inland desert with fewer distinctive features during the initial climb.
Look forRed Sea coastline, Midyan Mountains to the northeast, Gulf of Aqaba waters, Sharma coastal settlement below

🛬 Landing at Sharma (NUM)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on Runway 15 (northbound) puts you on a final approach heading of roughly 150°, which means the aircraft is descending toward the north with the Red Sea and Neom Bay visible off the left wing. The left side offers views of the coastal waters, the bay's distinctive geography, and the development site itself as you descend toward touchdown.
Look forRed Sea coastline, Neom Bay waters, coastal desert terrain, Sharma settlement area

Neom Bay Airport is a small, modern airport built to serve the NEOM development, featuring a single long runway capable of handling large aircraft despite low current passenger volumes.

⛰️ Elevation30 ft
🛫 Runways1 (15/33)
📍 NearbySSH 55 miTUU 87 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Neom Bay Airport (NUM)?

At Neom Bay Airport in Sharma: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Red Sea coastline, Midyan Mountains to the northeast, Gulf of Aqaba waters, Sharma coastal settlement below.

What can I see during takeoff from Neom Bay Airport in Sharma?

When taking off from Neom Bay Airport (NUM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Runway 33 departures climb northward over the Red Sea coast and Gulf of Aqaba. The right side offers views of the dramatic Midyan Mountains and the Red Sea shoreline as you climb out, while the left side faces inland desert with fewer distinctive features during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Red Sea coastline, Midyan Mountains to the northeast, Gulf of Aqaba waters, Sharma coastal settlement below.

What can I see when landing at Neom Bay Airport in Sharma?

When landing at Neom Bay Airport (NUM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on Runway 15 (northbound) puts you on a final approach heading of roughly 150°, which means the aircraft is descending toward the north with the Red Sea and Neom Bay visible off the left wing. The left side offers views of the coastal waters, the bay's distinctive geography, and the development site itself as you descend toward touchdown. Notable sights include: Red Sea coastline, Neom Bay waters, coastal desert terrain, Sharma settlement area.

What factors affect the best window seat at Neom Bay Airport?

The best window seat at Neom Bay Airport (NUM) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Sharma (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.