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Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Munich Airport (Munich)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Nile Delta to the rugged Adriatic coastline and the grand finale over the high Alps.

Left Side Highlights
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Cairo & Nile Delta

Witness the stark boundary where the world's longest river meets the desert sands right after takeoff.

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Adriatic Coastline

Spectacular view of the Croatian islands and the jagged limestone cliffs of the Adriatic shore.

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The High Alps

Dramatic views of the jagged, snow-dusted peaks of the Austrian and Bavarian Alps during the final hour of flight.

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Bavarian Landscapes

The picturesque patchwork of green fields and small villages in southern Germany during the approach.

Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the Adriatic coast. Watch closely 30-40 minutes before landing for the most dramatic Alpine scenery. If landing from the east, you may also see the Isar River.

Right Side Highlights
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Suez Canal Horizon

On clear days, catch a glimpse of the vital maritime corridor and the Sinai Peninsula in the distance.

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Greek Mainland

Fly over the rugged spine of the Pindus Mountains, seeing mountainous terrain that contrasts with the blue sea.

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Balkan Wilderness

Dense forests and river valleys of the Dinaric Alps through Montenegro and Bosnia.

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Lake Chiemsee

Often visible on the right during the approach, this is Bavaria's largest lake, featuring historic islands.

The right side is preferable for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the European continent. It also offers a better chance of seeing the Suez Canal shortly after leaving Cairo's airspace. During winter, look for the frozen surfaces of the high Alpine lakes.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,623 km (1,630 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 30 min

Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)

Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)

Route Type: International

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