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CAI → ABV
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for iconic landmarks, starting with a view of the Giza Pyramids shortly after takeoff and concluding with the massive Zuma Rock monolith upon the descent into Abuja.
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Pyramids of Giza
Immediately after takeoff from Cairo, if the flight path tracks west before turning south, the ancient wonders are clearly visible on the desert edge.
Great Sand Sea
Vast, undulating sand dunes of the Libyan Desert stretch toward the horizon in mesmerizing patterns of orange and gold.
Ennedi Massif
A UNESCO World Heritage site in Chad featuring dramatic sandstone towers and natural arches visible from high altitude.
Lake Chad
The historic, shrinking lake appears as a cluster of islands and marshes where the borders of four nations meet.
Zuma Rock
The massive igneous monolith, known as the 'Gateway to Abuja,' is a highlight during the final approach to Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport.
The right side is essential for photography enthusiasts; the Pyramids are best caught within the first 5-10 minutes. For the arrival in Abuja, have your camera ready 15 minutes before landing to capture the scale of Zuma Rock, especially during clear afternoon light.
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The Nile Ribbon
The lush green vegetation of the Nile Valley provides a sharp contrast against the surrounding Sahara during the first 30 minutes of flight.
Lake Nasser
View the massive blue expanse of this man-made reservoir and the Aswan High Dam as you cross into Sudanese airspace.
Jebel Marra
Look for the volcanic peaks and crater lakes of the Marra Mountains in the Darfur region of Sudan.
Jos Plateau
As you enter Nigeria, the landscape transitions from arid desert to the greener, more elevated terrain of the central highlands.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while viewing the Nile. This side is also better for spotting the transition from the Saharan Sahel to the tropical savanna zones of West Africa.
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Get eSIMs for NigeriaDistance: 3,435 km (2,134 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 2 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: ABV (9.006790161132812, 7.263169765472412)
Route Type: International
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