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ALG → LIL
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Lille-Lesquin Airport (Lille)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Mediterranean archipelagos, the dramatic volcanic landscapes of central France, and a more favorable angle for spotting the Paris skyline during the northern transit.
Port of Algiers
Excellent aerial perspective of the historic harbor and the white architecture of the Casbah during initial ascent.
Balearic Islands
Direct views of Mallorca and Menorca as the flight path cuts across the Mediterranean toward the French mainland.
Auvergne Volcanoes
Stunning views of the Chaîne des Puys, a series of extinct volcanic domes in the Massif Central region.
Paris Panorama
On the standard approach to Lille, the right side often catches the Eiffel Tower and La Défense business district in the distance.
Chantilly Domain
Spot the grand Château de Chantilly and its famous racecourse just before the final descent into Lille-Lesquin.
Sit on the right side for morning flights to benefit from soft lighting on the French landscape. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for the Balearic Islands and roughly 15 minutes before landing for the Paris skyline.
Algiers Coastline
Dramatic views of the Algerian coast and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean immediately after takeoff.
Distant Pyrenees
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees mountain range are visible on the far western horizon.
Loire Valley
Fly over the 'Garden of France' featuring winding rivers and historic vineyards as you enter northern French airspace.
Amiens Cathedral
As the plane descends toward Lille, look for the massive Gothic structure of Amiens sitting in the Somme basin.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also better for spotting the expansive agricultural plains of Picardy during the final approach phase.
Distance: 1,543 km (959 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: LIL (50.563332, 3.086886)
Route Type: International
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