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CAI → ASM
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Asmara International Airport (Asmara)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning vantage point over the Red Sea coastline, turquoise reefs, and the maritime activity of the Suez Gulf before reaching the Eritrean coast.
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Suez Canal Entrance
View the southern mouth of the Suez Canal and the busy shipping lanes entering the Red Sea.
Red Sea Riviera
Aerial perspectives of Hurghada and Marsa Alam, showcasing the contrast between the desert and the blue sea.
Port Sudan
Sudan's primary seaport is often visible midway through the flight as you hug the coastline.
Dahlak Archipelago
A collection of over 100 islands off the coast of Eritrea, known for their pristine coral reefs.
Gulf of Zula
A deep inlet of the Red Sea where the coastal plain meets the start of the Eritrean mountains.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while enjoying the vibrant colors of the Red Sea. This side is superior for seeing the transition from the flat sea level to the steep mountain approaches of Asmara.
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Nile River Valley
Visible shortly after takeoff from Cairo, providing a green ribbon through the surrounding desert.
Eastern Desert
Vast stretches of the Sahara featuring dramatic wadis and ancient geological formations.
Red Sea Hills
A rugged mountain range that runs parallel to the sea through Egypt and Sudan.
Kassala Region
The distinctive Taka Mountains near the Sudan-Eritrea border may be visible in the distance.
Eritrean Highlands
Watch the dramatic rise in terrain as the aircraft ascends toward the high-altitude plateau of Asmara.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to watch the sun set over the vast African interior. Keep an eye out for the dramatic change in topography as the desert gives way to the high-altitude escarpment of the Eritrean Plateau during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
Book Hotels in AsmaraDistance: 1,818 km (1,130 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: ASM (15.291899681091309, 38.91070175170898)
Route Type: International
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