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BRU → CMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Mohammed V International Airport (Casablanca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most diverse geographic variety, featuring the heart of France, the Pyrenees, the Spanish Meseta, and the iconic crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar.
Paris and Seine Basin
Approximately 30 minutes into the flight, enjoy views of the sprawling French capital and the winding Seine River.
The Pyrenees Range
A magnificent view of the snow-capped peaks that form the natural border between France and Spain.
Castile Plateau
The high, arid plains of central Spain, punctuated by historic towns and the distant Guadarrama mountains.
Strait of Gibraltar
The legendary 14-kilometer gap between the Pillars of Hercules, where Europe almost touches Africa.
Rif Mountains
The rugged, verdant peaks of northern Morocco rising sharply from the Mediterranean coast.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for the clearest views. For morning flights (departing Brussels before 10 AM), the sun will be on the left, so consider sunglasses. In winter, the Pyrenees are particularly striking with heavy snow cover. Watch for the dramatic color shift from the deep greens of northern Europe to the ochre tones of the Spanish interior.
Bay of Biscay
Wide vistas of the Atlantic Ocean as the flight path skirts the western edge of the French coastline.
Portuguese Coastline
Deep blue Atlantic waters meeting the rugged cliffs and sandy beaches of the western Iberian Peninsula.
Gulf of Cádiz
The vast maritime approach to the Atlantic side of the Strait, often filled with large cargo vessels.
Rabat and Salé
As you descend, the twin cities of Rabat and Salé are visible where the Bou Regreg river meets the sea.
Moroccan Atlantic Seaboard
The final approach offers views of the long, sandy beaches and coastal resorts north of Casablanca.
The right side is spectacular for afternoon or evening flights, offering a front-row seat to the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. While the early flight path is often over water or clouds in the Bay of Biscay, the views become very clear once reaching the latitude of Lisbon. During the final descent into CMN, this side usually provides the best view of the Hassan II Mosque's minaret if the approach is from the north.
Distance: 2,183 km (1,356 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)
Route Type: International
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