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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition between continents, offering views of the Sierra Nevada and the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains during the approach.

Left Side Highlights
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Western Alps

Distant but majestic views of the snow-capped Swiss and French Alpine peaks shortly after departure.

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Costa Brava

Aerial perspectives of the rugged Spanish coastline where the mountains meet the Mediterranean Sea.

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Sierra Nevada

Views of mainland Spain's highest peaks, including the Mulhacén, often covered in snow until early summer.

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Strait of Gibraltar

The narrow geographic gateway between Europe and Africa, with the Rock of Gibraltar visible on clear days.

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High Atlas Range

Spectacular close-up views of the dramatic North African mountain ridges during the descent into Marrakech.

For the best experience, choose a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the High Atlas. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Moroccan landscapes, as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes of the mountains. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Strait of Gibraltar for a clear shot of two continents at once.

Right Side Highlights
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Massif Central

The ancient volcanic plateaus and dormant craters of south-central France.

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Pyrenees Mountains

A direct overhead crossing of the jagged limestone peaks and deep valleys separating France and Spain.

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Madrid Metropolis

A bird's eye view of the sprawling Spanish capital and its distinct grid-like urban expansion.

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Guadalquivir Valley

The fertile, golden-hued agricultural heartland of Andalusia stretching toward the southern coast.

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Atlantic Horizon

Glimpses of the Moroccan Atlantic coastline and the sparkling ocean during the final stage of the flight.

The right side is excellent for observing the diverse topography of the Iberian Peninsula. In winter, the Pyrenees offer a stark, beautiful white contrast to the surrounding green and brown terrain. If the flight arrives from the north, the right side may offer a panoramic view of the Marrakech Medina and the Koutoubia Mosque just before touchdown.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,213 km (1,375 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 57 min

Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)

Arrival: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)

Route Type: International

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