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TUU → CAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Tabuk Airport (Tabuk) to Cairo International Airport (Cairo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Sinai Peninsula mountains and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Suez during the crossing from Asia to Africa.
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Gulf of Aqaba
Deep blue waters separating the Arabian Peninsula from the Sinai Peninsula.
Sinai High Mountains
Stunning aerial perspectives of the rugged granite peaks near St. Catherine.
Gulf of Suez
A clear view of the western Red Sea branch and the shipping lanes heading north.
Eastern Desert
Vast, undulating sand dunes and rocky formations as you enter mainland Egypt.
New Cairo
The expanding modern suburbs and architectural developments on the eastern edge of the capital.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. The transition over the Sinai mountains is the scenic peak of the journey. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Gulf of Suez, where the water color contrast against the desert is most vivid.
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Tabuk Cityscape
A bird's-eye view of Tabuk's urban layout and green agricultural circles immediately after takeoff.
Northern Sinai Plateau
Expansive views of the Tih Plateau's desolate and beautiful limestone landscapes.
Suez Canal Entrance
Potential sightings of the southern mouth of the canal and the city of Suez.
Nile Delta Edge
The striking, razor-sharp boundary where the golden desert meets the lush green vegetation of the Delta.
Cairo Outskirts
Views of the dense urban sprawl of Cairo and potentially the Great Pyramids in the far distance on certain approach paths.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Nile Delta. As the plane descends into CAI, watch for the Suez Canal to the north. If the flight path approaches from the northeast, the contrast between the fertile delta and the desert is highly photogenic.
Book Hotels in CairoDistance: 542 km (337 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: TUU (28.3654, 36.6189)
Arrival: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)
Route Type: International
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