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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a front-row seat to the engineering marvel of the Suez Canal and the fertile Nile Delta shortly after takeoff, followed by a majestic traversal of the Western Alps.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Sinai Peninsula

Dramatic views of the rugged, red-hued mountains of the southern Sinai desert immediately after departure.

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Suez Canal

A clear view of the thin blue ribbon of the canal and the line of massive cargo ships waiting to enter the Red Sea.

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Nile Delta

The stark contrast where the lush green vegetation of the delta meets the harsh golden sands of the Egyptian desert.

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The Alps

Panoramic views of the snow-covered peaks of the Swiss and French Alps during the mid-flight transit over Europe.

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Greater London

Depending on the arrival corridor, you may see the sprawling outskirts of London and the Thames Valley.

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Cheshire Plain

The final descent offers a patchwork quilt view of the vibrant green English countryside and rural estates.

Sit on the left for the best lighting during the morning and midday, as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes after takeoff to capture the Suez Canal.

Right Side Highlights
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Greek Archipelago

Stunning views of the deep blue Aegean Sea dotted with the white-washed islands of the Cyclades and Crete.

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Balkan Peninsula

Views of the rugged Dinaric Alps and the historic coastlines of Albania and Croatia.

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Central Europe

Aerial views of the Danube River and the dense forests of Southern Germany and Austria.

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English Channel

Crossing the busy shipping lanes of the channel before making landfall over the United Kingdom.

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The Peak District

During the approach to Manchester, the rolling moors and hills of the UK's first National Park are often visible.

The right side is ideal for spotting the Greek islands and the northern European coastline. It also provides excellent views of the Peak District hills during the standard approach patterns into Manchester Airport.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,108 km (2,553 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 50 min

Departure: SSH (27.9773006439, 34.3950004578)

Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Route Type: International

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