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CAI → HBE
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Borg El Arab International Airport (Alexandria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of Egypt's most iconic landmarks, specifically the Great Pyramids of Giza, as the aircraft departs Cairo and banks towards the northwest. It also provides a stunning visual contrast between the lush green of the Nile Delta and the vast Western Desert.
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Giza Plateau
Shortly after takeoff, look for the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx standing at the edge of the desert plateau.
6th of October City
A massive satellite city in the desert showing the scale of Cairo's modern urban expansion.
Sahara Edge
The sharp, linear boundary where the irrigation of the Nile Delta ends and the golden sands begin.
Lake Mariout
A large brackish lake that signals your approach to the coastal city of Alexandria.
Sadat City
One of the largest industrial hubs in the country, visible as a grid-like oasis in the desert.
Book a window seat on the left (A or B) and keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of flight. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the Pyramids from the east, providing perfect shadows and clarity. During the winter, the air is often clearer of haze, offering better long-distance views of the desert dunes.
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Nile Delta Patchwork
An endless emerald tapestry of small agricultural plots and winding irrigation canals.
Rosetta Nile Branch
The western branch of the mighty Nile River meandering through the heart of the delta.
Damanhur
A dense, bustling Delta city that showcases the high population density of the region.
Mediterranean Horizon
On clear days, the deep blue of the Mediterranean Sea becomes visible to the north.
Borg El Arab Stadium
One of the largest stadiums in Africa, easily spotted during the final descent into HBE.
The right side is best for those interested in human geography and agriculture. It offers a constant view of the fertile Delta region. Avoid the right side during late afternoon flights as the setting sun can create a significant glare on the window, making it difficult to see the landscape below.
Book Hotels in AlexandriaDistance: 186 km (116 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: HBE (30.91769981384277, 29.696399688720703)
Route Type: Domestic
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