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BRU → OUA
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Ouagadougou Airport (Ouagadougou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more diverse panorama, including the potential to see the French coastline, the Mediterranean transition near the Spanish border, and the most dramatic sand dune formations of the Western Sahara.
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French Patchwork
The meticulously organized agricultural fields of central and southern France provide a beautiful geometric display.
Mediterranean Crossing
The deep blue waters of the Mediterranean as the flight transitions from the European continent to Africa.
Grand Erg Occidental
A massive 'sea of sand' in Algeria featuring spectacular, towering star dunes that stretch to the horizon.
Niger River Basin
The green ribbon of the Niger River stands out in sharp contrast to the surrounding arid Sahelian landscape.
Ouagadougou Approach
A clear view of the city's red-earth roads and the central market area during the final descent into OUA.
Sit on the right side to enjoy the sunset during evening arrivals. This side also avoids the harshest direct sunlight for the majority of the journey. Between November and March, be prepared for reduced visibility due to the Harmattan dust clouds that often settle over Burkina Faso.
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Aerial views of the European Quarter and the Atomium shortly after departure from Zaventem.
Saharan Atlas
The dramatic transition where the green Mediterranean vegetation meets the rugged peaks of the Atlas Mountains.
Tassili n'Ajjer
An expansive sandstone plateau in the Algerian Sahara known for its lunar-like landscapes and deep canyons.
Desert Outposts
Sparse, remote settlements and military outposts visible as tiny dots in the vast Algerian interior.
The left side is prone to heavy glare during morning southbound flights. However, it offers the best views of the rising sun over the desert if you are on an early departure. Look out for the changing colors of the sand from pale yellow to deep ochre as you move south.
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Get eSIMs for Burkina FasoDistance: 4,321 km (2,685 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 5 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: OUA (12.3532, -1.51242)
Route Type: International
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