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CAI → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairo International Airport (Cairo) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a legendary view of the Pyramids of Giza immediately after takeoff and a more direct, sun-lit perspective of the Central Swiss Alps and Lake Zurich during the final descent.
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Pyramids of Giza
If departing to the north/west, the Giza plateau and Great Pyramids are visible shortly after leaving Cairo's airspace.
Mediterranean Expanse
Deep blue views as the flight crosses from Africa toward the southern tip of Europe.
Italian Peninsula
Depending on the specific airway, views of the Apennine Mountains and the western Italian coast may appear.
Central Swiss Alps
Spectacular views of snow-capped peaks including the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau massifs as you enter Swiss airspace.
Zurich City & Lake
A classic view of the city center and the long, thin Lake Zurich during the northern approach to ZRH.
Book a window seat behind the wing to ensure the Pyramids aren't blocked during the initial climb. For the Alps, morning flights provide the best illumination without the haze often found in the late afternoon. If the plane lands from the south, the left side offers a stunning panorama of the financial district and the lake.
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Nile Delta
The stark contrast between the lush green vegetation of the Delta and the surrounding golden desert.
Island of Crete
Aerial views of the rugged Greek island and its white-sand coastline as you cross the Mediterranean.
Dalmatian Coast
The intricate archipelago of Croatia and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Austrian & Eastern Alps
Views of the sharp, jagged limestone peaks of the Dolomites and the Austrian Tyrol.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' marking the border between Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in the geometric patterns of the Nile Delta. During the mid-flight crossing, look for the Greek islands. On the descent, the right side often catches a glimpse of the 'three-country' lake (Constance), though the sun may cause some glare during afternoon flights heading northwest.
Book Hotels in ZurichDistance: 2,745 km (1,706 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min
Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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