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ALG → BSK
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Biskra Airport (Biskra)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the Mediterranean coastline upon departure, followed by the rugged Djurdjura mountain range and the spectacular Chott el Hodna salt lake before descending into the desert.
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Bay of Algiers
A stunning view of the 'White City' and its crescent-shaped harbor immediately after takeoff from Houari Boumediene.
Djurdjura Mountains
The jagged limestone peaks of the Kabylie region, often snow-capped during winter months, provide a dramatic alpine backdrop.
Chott el Hodna
A vast endorheic salt lake appearing as a shimmering white or turquoise expanse amidst the arid high plateaus.
Aurès Massif
The northern fringes of the Aurès mountains, featuring deep canyons and sedimentary ridges that lead into the Sahara.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to enjoy the best lighting on the Atlas ranges without sun glare. Watch for the Chott el Hodna mid-flight; its colors shift dramatically based on the season and water levels. On approach to Biskra, the transition from high mountains to the Saharan floor is most visible here.
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Mitidja Plain
The fertile agricultural heartland of northern Algeria, dotted with citrus groves and vineyards south of the capital.
Chréa National Park
The dense cedar forests and mountain peaks of the Blidean Atlas, home to the Barbary macaque.
Saharan Gateway
The visible geographical 'break' where the green Mediterranean vegetation gives way to the red and ochre tones of the desert.
Ziban Palm Groves
As you descend into Biskra, look for the dense clusters of thousands of date palms that define the Queen of the Ziban.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating the desert landscape in warm gold tones. Keep an eye out for the Oued M'zi riverbed, which carves a path through the arid terrain. Look for traditional adobe architecture in the small settlements scattered near the Saharan Atlas foothills.
Book Hotels in BiskraDistance: 310 km (193 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: BSK (34.793300628699996, 5.73823022842)
Route Type: Domestic
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