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ALG → MLA
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Malta International Airport (Malta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior view of the diverse North African topography, including the Tell Atlas mountain range and the lush Tunisian coastline, followed by a dramatic approach over the southern cliffs of Malta.
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Tell Atlas Mountains
Dramatic views of the rugged mountain peaks and green valleys stretching along the Algerian coast.
Gulf of Tunis
Panoramic views of the Tunisian capital and the surrounding ancient ruins of Carthage near the coastline.
Cap Bon Peninsula
The prominent finger of land in northeast Tunisia that points directly toward Sicily and the central Mediterranean.
Dingli Cliffs
Stunning views of Malta's sheer limestone cliffs dropping into the sea during the final approach into Luqa.
Filfla Islet
A glimpse of the tiny, uninhabited, and protected limestone islet located off the southern coast of Malta.
The right side provides the best lighting for evening flights, catching the golden hour over the Tunisian coast. It offers a much more varied landscape compared to the open sea on the left. Look out for the transition from the green Algerian hills to the more arid Tunisian plains halfway through the flight.
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Algiers Bay
Clear views of the Mediterranean coastline and the bustling Port of Algiers immediately after takeoff.
Maritime Routes
Spotting cargo vessels and tankers navigating the busy international shipping lanes of the Mediterranean.
Gozo and Comino
During the descent into Malta, you can often see the smaller sister islands and the turquoise Blue Lagoon.
Valletta Harbors
If the flight path approaches from the north, views of the fortified Grand Harbour and Marsamxett Harbour are visible.
Choose a seat in front of the wing to maximize your view of the sea. Morning flights are ideal for the left side as the sun is in the south, illuminating the northern horizon without glare. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes for the island of Gozo.
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Get eSIMs for MaltaDistance: 1,013 km (629 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Route Type: International
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