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ALG โ†’ CAI

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular display of the Sahara's diverse textures, rugged mountain ranges, and the iconic Pyramids of Giza during the descent into Cairo.

Right Side Highlights
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Aurรจs Mountains

Rugged, high-altitude ridges of the eastern Atlas range stretching across Algeria and Tunisia.

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Great Sand Sea

Mesmerizing geometric patterns of orange and gold dunes in the heart of the Sahara Desert.

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Chott el Djerid

Enormous endorheic salt lakes that create shimmering white and purple crystalline reflections.

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Qattara Depression

The vast, sinkhole-like basin in northwestern Egypt, reaching depths of 133 meters below sea level.

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Pyramids of Giza

During the standard approach to CAI from the west, the Great Pyramids are often visible on the right.

Choose the right side for the desert's shifting colors. For the best view of the Pyramids, stay alert about 15 minutes before landing. Morning flights provide excellent shadow relief on the sand dunes, making the desert topography much more visible.

Left Side Highlights
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Mediterranean Coastline

Continuous views of the azure coastline stretching from Algeria through Tunisia and Libya.

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Tunis and Carthage

Aerial perspective of the Tunisian capital and the historic archaeological site of Carthage.

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Gulf of Sidra

A deep curve in the North African coast offering vast maritime horizons and port city views.

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Nile Delta Greenery

The dramatic visual boundary where the arid desert abruptly turns into the lush green Nile Delta.

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Alexandria

The ancient port city of Alexandria visible as the aircraft begins its approach over Egypt.

The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the coastline. Watch for the sharp contrast of the Nile Delta as you enter Egyptian airspace; it is most vibrant under the midday sun.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,706 km (1,681 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min

Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)

Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)

Route Type: International

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