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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is superior for this route primarily due to the approach into Cairo, which frequently offers a stunning perspective of the Great Pyramids of Giza and the sprawling Nile Valley against the desert backdrop.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Dubai Skyline

Shortly after takeoff from Sharjah, witness the iconic Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscrapers of the Dubai Marina to the southwest.

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Ad Dahna Dunes

Fly over the central Arabian desert, characterized by its striking longitudinal red sand dunes and vast arid plains.

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Red Sea Crossing

View the deep blue waters of the Red Sea as the flight transitions from the Arabian Peninsula to the African continent.

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Eastern Desert

Rugged, mountainous terrain and dried riverbeds (wadis) create a dramatic landscape before reaching the Nile.

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Pyramids of Giza

On the standard approach to Cairo International Airport, the Giza plateau and its ancient monuments are often visible to the south.

Book an 'A' window seat for the highest chance of seeing the Pyramids. Morning flights provide excellent front-lit views of the Saudi desert, while late afternoon flights offer a golden hour glow over the Nile. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes before landing for the Cairo landmarks.

Right Side Highlights
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Sharjah Waterfront

Excellent views of Al Khalid Lagoon and the Sharjah Corniche immediately after departure.

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Sinai Peninsula

Observe the jagged peaks of the Sinai Mountains and the biblical landscape of the northern Red Sea region.

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Gulf of Suez

Spot numerous cargo ships and tankers lining up to enter the southern mouth of the Suez Canal.

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Nile Delta Edge

The stark contrast between the harsh yellow desert and the lush green vegetation of the Delta is clearly visible.

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New Administrative Capital

See the massive construction projects and modern architecture of Egypt's rising new capital city east of Cairo.

The right side is ideal for seeing the Sinai Peninsula and the Suez Canal entrance. During midday flights, the sun is on the left, so the right side offers better lighting without glare for photography of the northern Egyptian landscape.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,427 km (1,508 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 14 min

Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)

Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)

Route Type: International

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