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MUC → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is typically superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the Italian Dolomites early on and provides the best opportunity to spot the Great Pyramids of Giza during the final approach into Cairo.
The Dolomites
Iconic jagged limestone peaks of the Italian Alps visible to the southwest during the first hour.
Dalmatian Coast
A stunning aerial perspective of the Croatian archipelago and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic.
Western Desert
The vast, golden expanse of the Sahara as the flight crosses into African airspace.
Great Pyramids
Often visible on the right side when the plane executes its descent into CAI from the north.
Suez Canal Access
Distant views of ships queuing in the Mediterranean for the canal entrance.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. For the best chance to see the Pyramids of Giza, keep your window shade up during the final 15 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights provide perfect golden-hour lighting over the Egyptian desert.
Hohe Tauern
Panoramic views of Austria's highest peaks and glaciers shortly after crossing the border.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged limestone landscapes of the Balkan Peninsula stretching across the horizon.
Nile Delta
The dramatic shift from the deep blue Mediterranean to the vibrant green fan of the Nile's mouth.
Cairo Skyline
Views of the sprawling metropolis and the winding Nile river as you prepare for landing.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid harsh glare. This side is excellent for seeing the transition between the fertile Delta and the desert sands, but may miss the Pyramids on the standard landing pattern.
Distance: 2,623 km (1,630 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 30 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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