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BKK → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the rugged Makran coastline, the strategic Strait of Hormuz, and a direct view of the Suez Canal and Nile Delta during the final descent.
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Distant Himalayas
On very clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the distant Himalayan range are visible to the north while over India.
Makran Coast
The unique, moon-like rock formations and hidden bays along the coastline of Pakistan.
Strait of Hormuz
A bird's-eye view of one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints and the Iranian coast.
Suez Canal
The engineering marvel of the canal connecting the Red Sea to the Mediterranean, often filled with container ships.
Nile Delta
The sprawling, fan-shaped fertile plains of northern Egypt where the Nile meets the sea.
This side is best for geography enthusiasts. Look out for the Suez Canal approximately 30-45 minutes before landing. If flying during the day, the glare from the sun is usually less intense on this side when traveling westward.
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Andaman Sea
Breathtaking views of the turquoise waters and tropical islands shortly after departing Bangkok.
Rub' al Khali
The vast, rolling orange sand dunes of the Empty Quarter stretching across the Arabian Peninsula.
Gulf of Suez
A clear view of the shipping lanes and the western coast of the Sinai Peninsula.
Sinai Mountains
Dramatic, jagged rock formations of the southern Sinai desert as the plane enters Egyptian airspace.
Nile River Strip
The iconic, narrow band of lush green vegetation cutting through the stark desert landscape near Cairo.
Choose this side if you want to see the sharpest contrast between the fertile Nile valley and the Sahara. For nighttime flights, this side offers better views of the brightly lit cities along the Saudi Arabian coast.
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Get eSIMs for EgyptDistance: 7,280 km (4,524 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 34 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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