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CAI → ALG
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Saharan interior, including the Giza Plateau shortly after takeoff, the vast Qattara Depression, and the rugged peaks of the Atlas Mountains upon approach to Algiers.
Great Pyramids of Giza
Visible shortly after departure from Cairo if the flight path tracks southwest, offering a rare aerial perspective of the ancient wonders.
Qattara Depression
A massive, low-lying basin in northwest Egypt featuring dramatic salt pans and unique geological formations.
Siwa Oasis
A brilliant green patch of date palms and olive trees surrounded by the stark golden sands of the Great Sand Sea.
Great Sand Sea
Endless longitudinal dunes stretching across the Libyan Desert, creating mesmerizing patterns from high altitude.
Tell Atlas Mountains
As you descend into Algiers, the desert gives way to the rugged, often snow-capped peaks of the Algerian mountains.
Book a window seat on the left to maximize views of the Giza Plateau during the initial climb. For photography, late afternoon flights provide the best shadows to emphasize the desert dune relief. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to reduce glare from the intense Saharan sun.
The Nile Delta
The stark contrast where the lush green vegetation of the delta abruptly meets the surrounding arid desert.
Mediterranean Coastline
Follows the turquoise waters of the North African coast, passing over major cities like Alexandria and Tripoli.
Gulf of Sidra
A wide expanse of the Mediterranean that curves into the Libyan coast, often dotted with cargo ships and tankers.
Tripoli Skyline
Clear views of the Libyan capital and its historic harbor as the flight tracks westward along the coast.
Kabylie Coast
Stunning views of the forested mountains meeting the sea as the plane enters Algerian airspace near Bejaia.
The right side is ideal for those who prefer coastal scenery. On morning flights, this side will be in the shade, making it easier to take clear photos of the Mediterranean without sunlight reflection. During the descent into Algiers, you will have an excellent view of the Bay of Algiers and the city's white architecture.
Distance: 2,706 km (1,681 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Route Type: International
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