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CAI → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is recommended for its consistent views of the Italian coastline and a prime perspective of the snow-capped Swiss Alps during the cruise phase.
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Italian Peninsula
Follow the curve of the Italian coast with views of the Apennine Mountains and distant urban centers.
The High Alps
The flight's peak visual moment, offering expansive views of snow-covered Swiss and Italian peaks.
French Vineyards
The orderly rows of famous vineyards and historic estates across the eastern French countryside.
English Channel
Watch the heavy maritime traffic in one of the world's busiest shipping lanes between France and England.
Windsor Castle
The historic royal residence is frequently visible on the right side during the final descent into the airport.
The best Alpine views usually occur between 3.5 and 4 hours after takeoff from Cairo. Keep your camera ready as the plane enters European airspace for the most dramatic transitions in terrain.
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Nile Delta
A stunning view of the lush green vegetation of the delta meeting the stark desert shortly after takeoff.
Corsican Mountains
The dramatic, jagged peaks of Corsica rising out of the Mediterranean Sea visible across the water.
French Riviera
View the glamorous coastline of the Cote d'Azur and the dense urban sprawl of Nice and Cannes.
Central London
Unmatched views of the London Eye, the Shard, and the City when approaching Heathrow from the east.
Opt for the left side if you are flying in the afternoon to avoid the direct sun glare and to get a better view of London's iconic skyline during the final landing approach into Heathrow.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 3,533 km (2,195 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 9 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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