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ALG → DKR
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (Dakar)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the diverse Saharan topography, including the dramatic orange dunes of the Great Erg and the striking geological transitions of the Tanezrouft Basin, while avoiding the harsh glare of the afternoon sun on this southwest trajectory.
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Algiers Departure
Panoramic views of the 'White Lady' city and the sweeping Mitidja Plain immediately after takeoff.
Saharan Atlas
The rugged ridges of the Amour and Ouled Naïl mountains marking the boundary of the desert.
Grand Erg Occidental
Vast, undulating fields of high sand dunes that create intricate geometric patterns from 35,000 feet.
Tanezrouft Basin
One of the most desolate parts of the Sahara, known for its hauntingly flat, gravelly plains and dark rock formations.
Senegal River Valley
The stark green contrast of the river basin as the flight enters Senegalese airspace from the northeast.
On morning flights, the left side is shaded, providing the best visibility for desert photography. Look out for the massive salt pans (Sebkhas) in central Algeria which appear as bright white patches against the orange sand. Arrival into DKR from this side often offers a clear view of the sprawling suburbs and the vibrant markets of the city's outskirts.
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Mediterranean Coast
Early flight views of the turquoise coastline stretching west toward Tipaza and Oran.
Distant High Atlas
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Moroccan High Atlas can be spotted on the far western horizon.
Eye of the Sahara
The Richat Structure, a massive 40km-wide circular geological wonder in Mauritania, is often visible if the route is western-leaning.
The Atlantic Seaboard
The dramatic meeting point where the Sahara's white sands meet the deep blue Atlantic Ocean near the Mauritania-Senegal border.
Cap Vert Peninsula
The westernmost point of Africa, featuring the Phare des Mamelles lighthouse as you approach Dakar.
Perfect for sunset flights as you will witness the sun sinking into the Atlantic Ocean during the final hour of the journey. If you are a fan of unique geology, keep a GPS-enabled map handy to spot the 'Eye of the Sahara'—it looks like a giant target on the ground. Be aware that midday flights on this side can be quite hot and bright due to the direct southern exposure.
Book Hotels in DakarDistance: 3,188 km (1,981 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 45 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: DKR (14.739700317382812, -17.49020004272461)
Route Type: International
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