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CGK → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of Sumatran volcanoes, the lush Western Ghats of India, the dramatic Sinai Peninsula, and the legendary Pyramids of Giza upon arrival.
Barisan Mountains
The volcanic spine of Sumatra featuring active craters and dense tropical rainforests.
Andaman Archipelago
A stunning chain of islands visible as the flight traverses the Andaman Sea toward India.
Western Ghats
Lush green mountain ranges and waterfalls along the western coast of the Indian subcontinent.
Sinai Peninsula
Rugged, red granite mountains and the deep blue waters of the Gulf of Aqaba.
Pyramids of Giza
Often visible on the final approach into Cairo, offering a rare aerial perspective of the ancient monuments.
The right side is the prime choice for landmarks. For the best views of the Pyramids, try to book a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view during the common northern landing approach. This side also catches the early morning light beautifully when flying west.
Sumatran Coastline
Aerial views of the southern tip of Sumatra and the surrounding tropical islands shortly after departure.
Rub' al Khali
The vast, golden dunes of the Empty Quarter in the southern Arabian Peninsula stretch to the horizon.
Red Sea Crossing
Vibrant turquoise reefs and deep blue waters as the flight crosses from Saudi Arabia into Africa.
New Administrative Capital
The massive scale of Egypt's modern urban expansion projects on the outskirts of Cairo.
Choose this side if you prefer the deep orange hues of the desert at sunset. It is particularly striking when crossing the Arabian Peninsula in the late afternoon. During the descent into Cairo, you may see the sprawling urbanization of New Cairo and the southern reaches of the Nile Valley.
Distance: 8,949 km (5,561 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 32 min
Departure: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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