Seeing Alexandria from a plane5 ★
Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second city stretches about 20 miles along the Mediterranean. Look for the curving Corniche, the Eastern Harbor, and the round tilted disc of the new library.
2 of our routes pass it. Egypt · rated 4 of 10
The easy pick
New York to Cairo: sit on the right, 559 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| New York to Cairo | Right Best seat for the whole flight: left | 559 min after takeoff |
| Washington to Cairo | Right Best seat for the whole flight: left | 552 min after takeoff |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day. Where the best seat for the whole flight is on the other side, you'd trade this sight for more elsewhere.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see Alexandria from?
It depends on the direction: the right on most of our routes (2 of 2). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Alexandria from a plane?
Mid-flight: see the table for when on each route.
Can you see Alexandria at night?
Yes, by its lights. The app scores lit places at night by how bright they are.
Do clouds matter?
Yes. These answers assume a clear day. Within 3 days of your flight, pick your exact flight in the app for the cloud forecast.
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