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CAI → HMB
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Sohag International Airport (Sohag)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur pyramid complexes immediately after takeoff, followed by the striking contrast between the lush Nile Valley and the Western Desert dunes.
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Giza Pyramid Complex
Shortly after takeoff, view the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx standing at the edge of the desert plateau.
Saqqara and Dahshur
Look for the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the unique silhouettes of the Bent and Red Pyramids further south.
Faiyum Oasis
A massive, heart-shaped green basin fed by the Nile, appearing as a vibrant emerald island amidst the Sahara sands.
The Nile Ribbon
Follow the winding path of the Nile River, seeing the life-giving green strip of cultivation that sustains the region.
Lake Qarun
Spot the ancient natural lake located in the northern part of the Faiyum Depression, shimmering in the desert light.
Book a window seat on the right side and have your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of flight for the best pyramid views. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting on the pyramids, though the sun will be on this side, so be prepared for some glare.
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New Administrative Capital
Catch a glimpse of the massive construction and modern urban planning of Egypt's rising administrative hub east of Cairo.
Eastern Desert Plateaus
Observe the rugged, limestone plateaus and dramatic wadis that characterize the arid landscape between the Nile and the Red Sea.
Maadi and Helwan
Aerial views of Cairo's southern suburbs and industrial zones stretching along the eastern bank of the Nile.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the stark transition where the desert sands meet the organized agricultural grids near the Nile's edge.
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Get eSIMs for EgyptDistance: 422 km (262 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: HMB (26.342778000000003, 31.742778)
Route Type: Domestic
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