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KWI → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior for the transit from Kuwait to Cairo as it faces the most rugged parts of the Sinai Peninsula and provides clear views across the Gulf of Suez during the final approach.
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Kuwait City Coastline
View the Persian Gulf shoreline and the iconic Kuwait Towers immediately after takeoff from KWI.
Al-Nafud Desert
Observe the expansive red sand dunes and ancient geological formations of the northern Arabian Peninsula.
Gulf of Aqaba
Look for the stunning deep blue waters separating the Saudi Arabian coast from the Sinai Peninsula.
Sinai High Mountains
Dramatic jagged peaks and deep wadis including the historic area around Mount Catherine and Mount Sinai.
Gulf of Suez
A major maritime corridor often filled with large container ships waiting to enter the Suez Canal.
Choose the left side for morning departures to keep the sun behind the aircraft for better photography. This side offers the best angle for the Sinai mountain range. Keep your eyes peeled during the descent into Cairo; depending on the specific air traffic control approach, you might catch a distant glimpse of the Giza Plateau to the southwest.
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The northernmost highlands of Saudi Arabia featuring unique rocky terrain and plateaus.
Strait of Tiran
The strategic entrance to the Gulf of Aqaba with views of Tiran and Sanafir islands.
Suez Canal
The world-famous artificial waterway connecting the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea from a high altitude.
Nile Delta Contrast
The sharp, beautiful line where the arid desert meets the lush, green agricultural lands of the Nile Delta.
New Cairo Urbanism
The sprawling modern residential developments and infrastructure on the eastern edge of the Egyptian capital.
Select the right side for afternoon flights to minimize direct sun glare. This side is excellent for spotting the northern reach of the Suez Canal and the intricate irrigation patterns of the Nile Delta. As the aircraft turns to align with Cairo International Airport's runways, the right side often offers a broader view of the city's expansion.
Book Hotels in CairoDistance: 1,602 km (995 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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