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ALG → LYS
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the French Alps as you approach the continent, alongside the stunning coastline of Provence and the Camargue delta.
Algerian Shoreline
Rugged cliffs and turquoise beaches along the North African coast during the initial climb.
Provence Coastline
Clear views of the French Riviera and the sprawling city of Marseille upon reaching Europe.
French Alps
Spectacular distant views of snow-capped peaks, often including the silhouette of Mont Blanc.
Camargue Delta
The vast wetlands and salt pans of the Rhone delta, known for its unique wildlife and pink hues.
Rhone Valley
Aerial perspective of the winding Rhone river and the lush vineyards of the Hermitage region.
Book a morning flight to have the sun at your back, providing perfect illumination for the Alps to the east. Keep a sharp eye out as you cross the French coast; the contrast between the sea and the Rhone delta is striking.
Algiers Cityscape
A beautiful view of the 'White City' and the historic port of Algiers immediately after takeoff.
Balearic Sea
Expansive azure waters during the Mediterranean crossing with distant views of Spanish islands.
Languedoc-Roussillon
The flat, sandy coastline and unique salt lagoons near Montpellier as you enter French airspace.
Massif Central
The ancient, rugged volcanic range of central France visible to the west during the final cruise phase.
Mont Pilat
Densely forested peaks and green valleys just south of Lyon during the descent.
Choose an afternoon flight for the best lighting on the Algerian coast. If the flight arrives from the south, the left side may provide a scenic sweep of Lyon's urban area depending on the runway in use.
Distance: 1,017 km (632 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Route Type: International
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