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CAN → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the northern mountain ranges including the Himalayas and Zagros, plus the fertile greenery of the Nile Delta upon arrival.
Himalayan Horizon
On clear days, the northern horizon reveals the distant, snow-capped peaks of the world's highest mountain range.
Zagros Mountains
Incredible folded rock formations and high-altitude plateaus as the flight crosses through Iran.
Nile Delta
A sharp, geometric line where the barren Saharan desert transforms into the lush green farmland of the Delta.
Cairo Cityscape
A panoramic view of the massive Egyptian capital and the winding Nile River during the descent.
Select the right side for the most dramatic geographic variety. The transition from the rugged Iranian mountains to the fertile Nile fan is best viewed from here. For the best visibility, look for flights that transit the Middle East during daylight hours, as the geological folds of the Zagros Mountains are particularly photogenic with morning shadows.
Pearl River Delta
Glittering city lights of Guangzhou and the dense urban sprawl of the Guangdong province during departure.
Arabian Peninsula
Extensive views of the orange sand dunes and desolate beauty of the Rub' al Khali desert region.
Red Sea Coast
The striking contrast between the deep turquoise waters and the arid, jagged mountains of the Sinai.
Suez Canal Approach
Spotting large cargo ships and tankers lining up in the Gulf of Suez to enter the canal.
The left side is ideal for capturing the vastness of the Middle Eastern deserts. If the flight arrives in Cairo from the south, you may get a distant view of the Giza Pyramids on this side during the final turn. Choose this side if you prefer coastal views and desert sunrises.
Distance: 7,991 km (4,965 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 24 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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