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BRU → ABJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for viewing the heart of the Sahara's shifting dunes and the dramatic approach over the Ébrié Lagoon into Abidjan's skyline.
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Paris Basin
Aerial views of the French countryside and the rolling agricultural landscapes of central France.
The Pyrenees
Dramatic snow-capped peaks as the flight crosses the border from France into Spain.
Saharan Ergs
Incredible patterns of orange and red sand dunes throughout the Mauritanian and Malian desert.
Niger River Delta
The winding path of the Niger River as it cuts through the arid Sahelian landscape.
Abidjan Plateau
Breathtaking views of the 'Manhattan of Africa' skyline and the lagoon during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Sahara's textures. This side is also best for seeing the Ébrié Lagoon and the central business district skyscrapers during the landing pattern at ABJ.
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Atlantic Coastline
Long stretches of the rugged Western European and North African coastline.
Strait of Gibraltar
The iconic maritime crossing point where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Casablanca
Views of Morocco's largest city and the Hassan II Mosque's minaret on a clear day.
Western Sahara
The striking visual contrast where the desert sands directly meet the blue Atlantic waters.
Gulf of Guinea
Views of the shipping lanes and the vast ocean horizon just before arrival in Ivory Coast.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. It offers the best views of the African coastline during the middle segment of the flight, specifically over Morocco and Western Sahara.
Book Hotels in AbidjanDistance: 5,135 km (3,191 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 2 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: ABJ (5.261390209197998, -3.9262900352478023)
Route Type: International
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