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BOM → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is favored for its dramatic approach into Egypt, offering views of the Suez Canal and the vibrant green contrast of the Nile Delta against the surrounding desert.
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Hajar Mountains
The sharp, dramatic rocky ridges of northern Oman and the UAE border area.
Northern Arabian Desert
Views of red sand dunes and the unique patterns of circular irrigation farms in Saudi Arabia.
Suez Canal
A birds-eye view of one of the world's most important maritime shortcuts, often with ships visible in transit.
Nile Delta
A striking transition from the barren yellow desert to the lush, vibrant green farmlands of the Nile valley.
Cairo Metropolis
The immense urban sprawl of the Egyptian capital as the plane descends into CAI airport.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to stay in the shade and avoid the harsh southern sun glare. It is the best side for spotting the Suez Canal and the dramatic border where the desert meets the Nile Delta. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing for the best views of the Hajar mountains early in the flight.
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Mumbai Shoreline
Stunning views of the Arabian Sea and the western coastline of India immediately after takeoff from BOM.
Rub' al Khali
The northern edges of the 'Empty Quarter', the world's largest sand desert, showcasing massive rolling dunes.
Red Sea Rift
Aerial views of the deep blue waters and coral reefs along the coastlines of Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
Sinai Highlands
The rugged and ancient granite mountain ranges of the southern Sinai Peninsula.
Choose the left side for evening flights to experience the sunset over the Egyptian desert. This side is also excellent for viewing the jagged mountain terrain of the Sinai Peninsula as you cross into Africa. During descent, if the wind is from the south, you might catch a distant glimpse of the Giza Pyramids.
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Get eSIMs for EgyptDistance: 4,341 km (2,697 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 6 min
Departure: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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