SFA

Best window seat at Thyna

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

Gulf of Gabès, Sfax coastal salt ponds and industrial areas, Kerkennah Islands

LandingRIGHT

Mediterranean Sea and Gulf of Gabes coastline, Sfax city sprawl to the left in middle distance, salt flats and industrial areas south of the airport

🛫 Taking Off from Sfax (SFA)

Best sideRight
WhyRunway 15 departures climb southeast toward the Mediterranean coast and the Gulf of Gabès. The right side offers views of the coastal plain, salt flats, and the gulf itself as the aircraft banks and climbs. The left side faces inland toward the Saharan interior with fewer distinctive features during initial climb.
Look forGulf of Gabès (Mediterranean), Sfax coastal salt ponds and industrial areas, Kerkennah Islands (visible as low landmasses in the gulf), inland Saharan plateau

🛬 Landing at Sfax (SFA)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 15 (southeast heading) means the aircraft descends toward the southeast. The right side faces northeast, offering views of the Mediterranean coastline and the Gulf of Gabes to your right during final approach. The left side faces inland toward the Saharan plains with minimal visual interest.
Look forMediterranean Sea and Gulf of Gabes coastline, Sfax city sprawl to the left in middle distance, salt flats and industrial areas south of the airport, distant Kerkennah Islands on the horizon to the northeast

Sfax-Thyna is a small regional airport with a single terminal, serving limited domestic and international traffic compared to Tunisia's larger coastal airports.

⛰️ Elevation85 ft
🛫 Runways1 (15/33)
📍 NearbyDJE 58 miMIR 72 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Thyna (SFA)?

At Thyna in Sfax: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Gulf of Gabès (Mediterranean), Sfax coastal salt ponds and industrial areas, Kerkennah Islands (visible as low landmasses in the gulf), inland Saharan plateau.

What can I see during takeoff from Thyna in Sfax?

When taking off from Thyna (SFA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Runway 15 departures climb southeast toward the Mediterranean coast and the Gulf of Gabès. The right side offers views of the coastal plain, salt flats, and the gulf itself as the aircraft banks and climbs. The left side faces inland toward the Saharan interior with fewer distinctive features during initial climb. Notable sights include: Gulf of Gabès (Mediterranean), Sfax coastal salt ponds and industrial areas, Kerkennah Islands (visible as low landmasses in the gulf), inland Saharan plateau.

What can I see when landing at Thyna in Sfax?

When landing at Thyna (SFA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 15 (southeast heading) means the aircraft descends toward the southeast. The right side faces northeast, offering views of the Mediterranean coastline and the Gulf of Gabes to your right during final approach. The left side faces inland toward the Saharan plains with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea and Gulf of Gabes coastline, Sfax city sprawl to the left in middle distance, salt flats and industrial areas south of the airport, distant Kerkennah Islands on the horizon to the northeast.

What factors affect the best window seat at Thyna?

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