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CAI → JFK
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to John F Kennedy International Airport (New York)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the lush Nile Delta immediately after departure, followed by the rugged coastlines of the Mediterranean, Southern Europe, and the scenic entry into North America over the Canadian Maritimes.
Nile Delta
The stunning contrast between the lush green agricultural lands of the Delta and the surrounding desert.
Greek Islands
Aerial views of the turquoise waters and white-washed villages of the Mediterranean archipelagos.
The Alps
Distant, snow-capped peaks of Central Europe visible if the flight path tracks through Italian or French airspace.
English Channel
Glimpses of the busy shipping lanes and the coastlines of Northern France or Southern England.
Canadian Maritimes
The rugged, forested coastline of Newfoundland or Nova Scotia as the plane enters North American airspace.
For the best views of the Nile Delta, ensure your window is clear within the first 20 minutes of departure from Cairo. This side is also excellent for spotting landmasses across Europe. Since this is a long-haul westbound flight, you will be 'chasing the sun,' providing consistent daylight for most of the journey, making it ideal for photography of the North Atlantic coastline.
Western Desert
Vast expanses of the Egyptian Sahara stretching toward the Libyan border shortly after takeoff.
Alexandria
A distant view of the historic port city and the sweeping curve of the Egyptian coastline.
Atlantic Sunset
On afternoon flights, the left side experiences a prolonged and vibrant sunset over the open ocean.
The Hamptons
The luxury estates and sandy beaches of eastern Long Island as the flight descends into New York.
Verrazzano Bridge
Views of the iconic bridge connecting Brooklyn and Staten Island during specific landing patterns into JFK.
Choose the left side if you enjoy long, scenic sunsets over the Atlantic. This side is also generally better for viewing the southern coast of Long Island and the outer boroughs of New York City during the final approach to JFK. Note that the sun will be on this side for much of the westbound flight, so keep your window shade ready to manage glare.
Distance: 9,016 km (5,602 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 36 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Route Type: International
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