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EBL → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Erbil International Airport (Erbil) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Dead Sea's unique salt formations and the rugged, dramatic mountain peaks of the Sinai Peninsula before crossing the Gulf of Suez.
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Zagros Foothills
Dramatic rocky ridges and valleys immediately after departing Erbil.
The Dead Sea
Aerial view of the world's lowest point with visible salt evaporation ponds.
Sinai Mountains
Stunning red and bronze granite peaks including the area around Mount Catherine.
Gulf of Suez
A bird's eye view of the busy shipping lanes entering the Red Sea.
New Administrative Capital
Egypt's massive new city project rising from the desert east of Cairo.
Sit on the left for a direct view of the Dead Sea shorelines. On afternoon flights, this side is also better for photography as you will be facing away from the direct sun. Look for the distinct color change where the desert meets the Gulf of Suez.
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Mesopotamian Plains
The fertile land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers early in the flight.
Amman Skyline
The sprawling white-stone architecture of the Jordanian capital.
Suez Canal
The northern entry point of the world-famous canal connecting to the Mediterranean.
Nile Delta
The sharp contrast where the lush green vegetation meets the harsh Sahara sands.
Giza Pyramids
Visible in the distance on the western edge of Cairo during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for catching the Nile Delta's greenery. If the flight lands towards the south, the Pyramids of Giza may be visible in the distance. Be aware that afternoon flights will experience significant glare on this side.
Book Hotels in CairoDistance: 1,350 km (839 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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