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LXR β CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Luxor International Airport (Luxor) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Nile River and the Valley of the Kings immediately after takeoff, followed by a scenic path over Mediterranean islands and the French Riviera.
Luxor West Bank
Unrivaled views of the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, and the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut right after departure.
Nile River Valley
The sharp, dramatic contrast between the lush green vegetation of the Nile banks and the sterile Sahara Desert.
Sardinia and Corsica
Aerial perspectives of the rugged, mountainous terrain and turquoise coastlines of these major Mediterranean islands.
French Riviera
Sweeping views of the CΓ΄te d'Azur, including the coastal cities of Nice, Antibes, and Cannes as you enter French airspace.
Massif Central
The unique landscape of dormant volcanoes and high plateaus in south-central France during the descent.
For the most iconic photos of the Theban Necropolis, choose a window seat forward of the wing on the left side. As this flight heads northwest, the sun will be on the left in the afternoon; if you want to avoid glare for photography, consider the right side despite the slightly less dramatic landmarks. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Nile valley.
Eastern Desert
Dramatic views of the jagged Red Sea Hills and ancient caravan tracks across the desert sands.
Cairo Sprawl
A distant view of the massive Egyptian capital and the glittering Mediterranean coastline near the Suez Canal.
Italian Peninsula
Views of the western coast of Italy, potentially including the lights of Rome or the silhouette of Mount Vesuvius.
The High Alps
Spectacular views of the main Alpine ridge, with Mont Blanc often visible on the horizon during the transition into France.
Burgundy Vineyards
The meticulously organized patterns of France's world-famous wine regions as the aircraft descends toward Paris.
The right side is ideal for capturing the vastness of the Sahara and the high peaks of the Alps without direct sunlight hitting the window for most of the flight. Watch for the lights of major Italian cities if the flight is at dusk or night. During the approach to CDG, the right side often provides a clearer view of the airport's unique terminal architecture.
Distance: 3,676 km (2,284 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 19 min
Departure: LXR (25.671, 32.7066)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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