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MAN → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Western Alps, including Mont Blanc, and provides a much higher chance of spotting the Great Pyramids of Giza during the final approach into Cairo.
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Greater London
Panoramic views of the Thames and London's skyline as the flight crosses Southern England.
Mont Blanc
Breathtaking views of the highest peak in the Alps and the surrounding Aosta Valley.
Italian Coast
The Tyrrhenian coastline, often including views of Corsica, Sardinia, or even Mount Vesuvius.
Libyan Desert
The vast, golden expanse of the Sahara as the plane nears the North African coast.
Great Pyramids
The iconic Pyramids of Giza are frequently visible on the right during the final descent into CAI.
For the best chance of seeing the Pyramids, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view. During winter months, the Alps on this side are particularly dramatic with full snow cover. Evening flights provide a spectacular sunset over the Mediterranean.
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Peak District
Lush rolling hills and valleys of Northern England shortly after takeoff from Manchester.
Central Alps
Glaciated peaks and high-altitude lakes across Switzerland and Austria.
Adriatic Coastline
Views of the rugged Balkan coast and the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea.
Nile Delta
The stark transition from the Mediterranean Sea to the fertile green expanse of the Delta.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to witness a stunning sunrise over the European continent. As you approach Cairo, look for the sharp line where the green vegetation of the Delta ends and the desert begins.
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Get eSIMs for EgyptDistance: 3,744 km (2,326 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 24 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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