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AHB → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Abha Regional Airport (Abha) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular panorama of the Red Sea's turquoise coral reefs, the rugged Sinai Peninsula, and the lush Nile River valley, culminating in a high probability of seeing the Pyramids of Giza on descent.
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Asir Escarpment
Dramatic vertical drops and lush green peaks of the Asir mountains immediately after takeoff from Abha.
Red Sea Reefs
Vibrant coral formations and turquoise lagoons visible along the coastline as the plane heads north.
Eastern Desert
The stark, wind-sculpted landscapes of Egypt's desert mountains between the Red Sea and the Nile.
Nile River Valley
The sharp contrast where the barren desert meets the lush green agriculture of the Nile banks.
Pyramids of Giza
Visible on the western horizon during specific landing patterns into Cairo International Airport.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct sun glare and enjoy better visibility of the Red Sea. During the descent into Cairo, stay alert as the plane maneuvers; the Pyramids often appear on the horizon about 10 minutes before landing if the approach is from the north.
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The continuous chain of Saudi Arabian peaks stretching north toward the Hejaz region.
Jeddah Coastline
A distant view of the sprawling urban layout of Jeddah and the Red Sea's eastern shore.
Sinai Peninsula Peaks
The jagged, sun-reddened mountains of southern Sinai, including the area around Mount Catherine.
Gulf of Suez
The narrow waterway busy with cargo ships queuing for the southern entrance of the Suez Canal.
New Administrative Capital
The massive scale of Egypt's new capital city development visible on the eastern outskirts of Cairo.
The right side is superior for viewing the vastness of the Arabian interior and the massive new urban projects near Cairo. It is particularly scenic during sunset flights when the Sinai mountains and the New Capital are bathed in golden light.
Book Hotels in CairoDistance: 1,743 km (1,083 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: AHB (18.2404003143, 42.65660095210001)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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