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Our Recommendation
8.9

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most iconic sights of the trip, including a close-up of Mont Blanc shortly after takeoff and the rare opportunity to see the Pyramids of Giza on the final descent into Cairo.

Right Side Highlights
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Mont Blanc

Europe's highest peak is often visible just minutes after departure from GVA, towering over the surrounding massifs.

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Tyrrhenian Sea

Sweeping views of the Italian west coast, including the islands of Elba and potentially Corsica.

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Mount Etna

Depending on the flight corridor, you may see the smoking crater of Sicily's famous active volcano.

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Western Desert

The stark, mesmerizing beauty of the Saharan sands as the aircraft enters Egyptian airspace from the north.

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Pyramids of Giza

During the standard approach into CAI from the north, the Pyramids of Giza are frequently visible on the right side.

The right side is the 'money side' for this route. Request a window seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Giza Plateau during the descent. For afternoon flights, be prepared for some sun glare while flying south toward Egypt. Bring a polarizing filter for your camera to cut through the Mediterranean haze.

Left Side Highlights
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Pennine Alps

Breathtaking views of the high peaks of the Valais region, including Monte Rosa and the Matterhorn.

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Milan & Po Valley

Clear views of Italy's industrial heartland and the sprawl of the Milanese metropolitan area.

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Adriatic Coast

The turquoise waters and rugged coastline of the eastern Italian shore or the Balkan coast.

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Greek Archipelago

Distant views of the Peloponnese and the numerous islands scattered across the Aegean Sea.

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The Nile Delta

The dramatic transition from the blue Mediterranean to the lush green triangle of the Nile river basin.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for viewing the vastness of the Nile Delta as you cross the Egyptian coastline. Keep an eye out for the city lights of Athens if flying at night.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,824 km (1,755 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 46 min

Departure: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)

Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)

Route Type: International

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