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BJA → ALG
Which side of the plane to sit from Soummam Airport (Bejaja) to Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean coastline, including the rugged cliffs of Gouraya National Park and a panoramic entry into the Bay of Algiers.
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Gulf of Bejaia
Immediate views of the deep blue bay and the bustling port facilities upon departure.
Gouraya National Park
Aerial views of the 'Pic des Singes' and the dramatic cliffs of Cap Carbon.
Coastal Harbors
Clear sightings of the ancient ruins and fishing ports of Tigzirt and Dellys along the shore.
The White City
A full-scale view of Algiers' urban sprawl and its iconic harbor as the plane turns for landing.
This side is superior for coastal photography. On late afternoon flights, you will experience a stunning sunset over the Mediterranean. During the descent, you get an unparalleled view of the 'Algiers Casbah' and the Grand Mosque if the flight path follows the shoreline.
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Djurdjura Mountains
The snow-capped limestone peaks of the Tell Atlas range dominate the southern horizon.
Kabylian Villages
Dense clusters of traditional red-roofed houses perched atop steep mountain ridges.
Taksebt Dam
A massive turquoise reservoir near Tizi Ouzou, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding greenery.
Mitidja Plain
The vast, fertile agricultural basin that signals the final approach into Algiers.
Sit here for a dramatic perspective of the Atlas Mountains. Morning flights are best as the sun illuminates the northern slopes of the Djurdjura range. Watch for the traditional Berber architecture in the mountainous terrain shortly after takeoff from Bejaia.
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Get eSIMs for AlgeriaDistance: 165 km (103 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 17 min
Departure: BJA (36.712001800500005, 5.0699200630200005)
Arrival: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Route Type: Domestic
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