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ATH → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the volcanic landscapes of the Greek islands and the iconic Giza Pyramids during the approach into Cairo.
Santorini Caldera
The distinctive crescent shape of Santorini and its volcanic crater are often visible south of Athens.
Crete Mountains
The rugged, snow-capped peaks of the White Mountains and Mount Ida as you cross the island.
Western Desert
The vast, undulating golden dunes of the Sahara stretching toward the Libyan border.
Giza Pyramids
The Great Pyramids and the Sphinx are frequently visible on the right side during the standard northern approach to CAI.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. Request a seat behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the Pyramids during the descent. Late afternoon flights are ideal, as the low sun casts long shadows that emphasize the desert terrain and the geometry of the ancient monuments.
Cyclades Islands
Bird's-eye views of scattered Aegean islands like Mykonos and Naxos shortly after takeoff.
Nile Delta
The transition from the deep blue Mediterranean to the vibrant green fan of the Nile's mouth.
New Cairo
The sprawling modern urban developments and residential compounds on the eastern edge of the city.
Port Said
On clear days, the northern entrance to the Suez Canal is visible in the distance to the east.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Aegean Sea. This side provides an excellent perspective of the sharp boundary where the lush Nile Delta greenery meets the harsh Eastern Desert upon arrival.
Distance: 1,107 km (688 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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