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ALG โ TUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a continuous and breathtaking view of the Mediterranean coastline, featuring dramatic cliffs, turquoise bays, and the iconic blue-and-white architecture of Sidi Bou Said upon arrival.
Algiers Bay
A stunning aerial view of the white city curving around the harbor immediately after takeoff from Houari Boumediene.
Cape Carbon
Dizzying limestone cliffs near Bejaia that host one of the highest lighthouses in the Mediterranean.
Jijel Corniche
Rugged, forested mountains meeting the emerald waters of the coast, creating a series of hidden coves.
Annaba Coastline
Views of the Basilica of Saint Augustine and the lush green mountains of Seraรฏdi overlooking the sea.
Sidi Bou Said
The famous blue and white hilltop village visible as the plane enters the Gulf of Tunis for landing.
Book a window seat on the left (usually 'A' seats) for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, illuminating the coastline. During the final descent into TUN, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the Mediterranean blue and the white Tunisian architecture.
Djurdjura Range
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Tell Atlas mountains dominating the southern horizon.
Constantine Gorges
Depending on the flight path, you may see the deep canyons and historic hanging bridges of the 'City of Bridges'.
Medjerda Valley
The fertile agricultural basin of Tunisia, showing a patchwork of green fields near the border.
Lake Tunis
The shallow lagoon and the causeway connecting Tunis to La Goulette during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, as the setting sun casts long, dramatic shadows over the Atlas Mountains. It offers a more rugged, terrestrial view of North Africa's interior compared to the maritime left side.
Distance: 625 km (388 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Route Type: International
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