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CAI → JUB
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Juba International Airport (Juba)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an iconic perspective of the Giza Pyramids shortly after takeoff and provides a continuous view of the Nile River's fertile green ribbon cutting through the vast Western Desert.
Pyramids of Giza
Shortly after takeoff from CAI, look down for a breathtaking view of the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx.
The Nile Corridor
A constant, vivid green contrast against the golden sands of the Sahara, following the river's path south.
Western Desert Dunes
The beginning of the Great Sand Sea, featuring massive longitudinal dunes and wind-sculpted landscapes.
White Nile
Clear views of the primary tributary as it winds through the plains of South Sudan toward Juba.
The first 15 minutes are crucial for the Pyramids; stay alert immediately after takeoff. For the best photography of the desert dunes, afternoon flights offer dramatic shadows that highlight the terrain's texture. Use a polarising filter if possible to cut through the desert haze.
Eastern Desert
Rugged, mountainous terrain and deep wadis stretching between the Nile and the Red Sea coast.
Lake Nasser
The eastern expanse of one of the world's largest man-made lakes, created by the Aswan High Dam.
Khartoum
Views of the Sudanese capital and the Blue Nile as it approaches its confluence with the White Nile.
The Sudd Wetlands
A massive green mosaic of papyrus and reeds, one of the largest freshwater wetlands in the world.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and enjoy clear views of the Sudanese mountains. As you approach South Sudan, look for the intricate patterns of the Sudd's waterways which are particularly vibrant during the rainy season (May-October).
Distance: 2,808 km (1,745 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 45 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: JUB (4.87201023102, 31.601100921599997)
Route Type: International
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