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BRU → RAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Menara Airport (Marrakech)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Atlantic coastline, the Western Pyrenees, and the most dramatic approach toward the High Atlas Mountains before landing.
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Atlantic Coastline
Breathtaking views of the Bay of Biscay and the rugged western coast of the Iberian Peninsula.
Western Pyrenees
Where the mountain range meets the Atlantic Ocean, offering unique coastal mountain scenery.
Strait of Gibraltar
The narrow gap where the European and African continents almost touch, visible from high altitude.
Casablanca Coast
Aerial perspectives of Morocco's largest city and the famous Hassan II Mosque on the water's edge.
High Atlas Peaks
Stunning snow-capped summits including Toubkal, visible during the final descent into Marrakech.
The right side is unbeatable for afternoon and sunset flights, offering golden hour views over the Atlantic. During the approach into RAK, this side usually provides the best angle for photographing the High Atlas Mountains. Ensure you have your camera ready 20 minutes before landing.
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Parisian Basin
Distant views of the Paris metropolitan area and the winding Seine River as you head south.
Massif Central
The rugged volcanic terrain of central France featuring ancient craters and rolling plateaus.
Central Pyrenees
High-altitude peaks separating France and Spain, often covered in snow during winter months.
Rock of Gibraltar
The iconic limestone monolith marking the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea.
Rif Mountains
The green and rugged mountain range of Northern Morocco that transitions into the arid interior.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side provides a better view of the Rock of Gibraltar if the flight path tracks slightly inland over Spain. Keep an eye out for the Middle Atlas ranges about 45 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for MoroccoDistance: 2,380 km (1,479 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 10 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Route Type: International
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