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AMS → RAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Menara Airport (Marrakech)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of geographical transitions, including the dramatic meeting of the Pyrenees and the Atlantic, the vast Spanish Meseta, and the most iconic approach views of the High Atlas Mountains upon arrival in Marrakech.
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Bay of Biscay
Stunning views of the French Atlantic coastline near Bordeaux and Biarritz.
Western Pyrenees
Dramatic scenery where the mountain range descends into the Atlantic Ocean.
The Meseta
The high, arid plateau of central Spain, offering unique earthy tones and geometric farm patterns.
Strait of Gibraltar
A clear view of the narrow passage where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, often dotted with cargo ships.
High Atlas Backdrop
The spectacular snow-capped High Atlas Mountains providing a majestic backdrop during the descent into Marrakech.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset if flying in the late afternoon. As the aircraft descends into Menara Airport, the right side typically gets the best angle of the Koutoubia Mosque and the surrounding palm groves against the backdrop of the Atlas Mountains. Secure a seat ahead of the wing to avoid the heat shimmer from the engines.
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French Interior
Expansive views of the patchwork farmlands and winding rivers of eastern and central France.
Eastern Pyrenees
The rugged peaks forming the natural border between France and Spain, often snow-capped in winter.
Mediterranean Horizon
Glimpses of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea as the flight progresses through southern Spain.
The Rock of Gibraltar
A distant but distinct view of the famous limestone monolith at the tip of the Iberian Peninsula.
Rif Mountains
The first encounter with Moroccan terrain, featuring green, jagged ridges in the north.
Sit on the left for softer, indirect light during midday flights which is better for photography. Keep a keen eye out for the Strait of Gibraltar roughly 2.5 to 3 hours into the flight; the contrast between the European and African continents is visible simultaneously.
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Get eSIMs for MoroccoDistance: 2,525 km (1,569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 22 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Route Type: International
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