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CAI → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the engineering marvel of the Suez Canal and the stark, dramatic transitions of the Sinai Peninsula desert.
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Greater Cairo
Expansive views of the Egyptian capital's urban density immediately after takeoff.
Suez Canal
A clear view of ships navigating the canal, including the Great Bitter Lake and Ismailia.
Sinai Peninsula
The rugged, arid beauty of the Sinai desert with its undulating sand dunes and rocky formations.
Judean Hills
As you approach Israel, the terrain shifts into the rolling limestone hills characteristic of the region.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to avoid the harsh afternoon glare and capture the best shadows over the Sinai mountains. Keep your eyes peeled about 15-20 minutes after takeoff for the Suez Canal; it is the most significant landmark on this route. If the flight path takes a more southerly inland route, you may see the edge of the Negev Desert.
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Nile Delta Greenery
The sharp contrast between the lush green agricultural lands of the Delta and the surrounding yellow desert.
Port Said
Views of the northern terminus of the Suez Canal where it meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Mediterranean Coastline
Continuous views of the turquoise coastline stretching from Egypt toward the Gaza Strip.
Tel Aviv Shoreline
Iconic views of the Mediterranean beaches and the modern skyline of Tel Aviv during the final descent.
Sit on the left for sunset flights to watch the sun dip below the Mediterranean horizon. During the landing approach at TLV, aircraft often fly north over the sea and turn inland, providing a panoramic view of the beach strip. Check for clear weather to see the contrast of the Nile Delta's edge.
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Get eSIMs for IsraelDistance: 392 km (244 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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