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ALG → HME
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Oued Irara Airport (Hassi Messaoud)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic transition from the azure Mediterranean coast and the snow-capped Djurdjura mountains to the massive, rolling orange dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental.
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Bay of Algiers
Aerial view of the Mediterranean coastline and the bustling port area immediately after takeoff.
Djurdjura Mountains
Part of the Tell Atlas range, featuring rugged limestone peaks that are often snow-covered in winter.
Mitidja Plain
A stretch of fertile green agricultural land that provides a sharp contrast to the approaching desert.
Grand Erg Oriental
As you approach Hassi Messaoud, witness the spectacular 'sea of sand' with its intricate, wind-swept dune patterns.
On morning flights, the left side provides excellent lighting for the mountain ranges, though the sun will be on this side. It is the best side for photography of the Grand Erg Oriental dunes before landing. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before arrival for the best desert textures.
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Algiers Skyline
Excellent views of the Martyrs' Memorial and the expanding urban landscape of the capital city.
Blidéen Atlas
View of the Chréa National Park area, known for its ancient cedar forests and steep slopes.
Chott el Hodna
A massive salt lake in the Hodna basin, appearing as a shimmering white or grey expanse in the distance.
Oil Industry Grids
A unique view of the industrial infrastructure, flares, and geometric road networks of the Hassi Messaoud oil fields.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side offers a better view of the industrial scale of Algeria's energy sector as you descend into Oued Irara Airport. Look for the distinct geometric patterns of the desert roads.
Book Hotels in Hassi MessaoudDistance: 619 km (385 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: HME (31.673000335700003, 6.140439987180001)
Route Type: Domestic
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