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ALG → BKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Modibo Keita International Airport (Bamako)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the vast Saharan dune systems, the dramatic transition to the Niger River, and the rugged Adrar des Ifoghas massif.
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Tell Atlas
Lush green ridges and valleys visible immediately after take-off from Algiers.
Grand Erg Occidental
Vast expanses of orange sand dunes creating a mesmerizing sea-like pattern.
Tassili n'Ajjer Edge
Distant rocky plateaus known for their prehistoric importance and unique erosion.
Adrar des Ifoghas
Rugged crystalline massifs providing a stark contrast to the surrounding sand.
Inner Niger Delta
The winding path of the Niger River as it enters the semi-arid Sahel region.
Bamako Cityscape
Urban sprawl along the riverbanks during the final descent into Mali.
Choose a window seat behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Niger River. Morning flights provide better lighting for the desert dunes without harsh midday haze. During the winter months (December to February), be aware that the Harmattan winds can cause a dust haze that significantly reduces visibility of the desert floor.
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The final mountain range before the flight enters the deep Saharan interior.
Tanezrouft
Known as the 'Land of Thirst', this area is incredibly flat and devoid of landmarks.
Erg Chech
Extensive fields of longitudinal dunes that look like waves from high altitude.
Sahel Fringe
The visible shift from deep desert sand to sparse, scrubby vegetation.
Manding Plateau
Ancient sandstone formations and plateaus visible west of the flight path.
Ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the desert. Keep an eye out for the Trans-Saharan Highway which occasionally tracks near this side in the northern sector. Avoid seats over the wing to see the vast, flat horizon of the Tanezrouft which highlights the curvature of the earth on clear days.
Book Hotels in BamakoDistance: 2,908 km (1,807 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 53 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: BKO (12.5335, -7.94994)
Route Type: International
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