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CBH → ORN
Which side of the plane to sit from Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport (Béchar) to Es Senia Airport (Oran)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the transition from the Saharan desert to the Mediterranean coast, including the vast Sebkha d'Oran salt lake and the western ridges of the Saharan Atlas.
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Oued Saoura Basin
Visible shortly after takeoff, this valley showcases the contrast between desert sands and seasonal riverbeds.
Ksour Range
The westernmost part of the Saharan Atlas, featuring rugged, eroded limestone peaks and deep canyons.
Sebkha d'Oran
A massive endorheic salt lake that appears as a shimmering white or blue expanse just south of Oran.
Gulf of Oran
On final approach, views of the Mediterranean coastline stretching west toward Ain El Turk.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly spectacular during the winter months when the Ksour Mountains may have light snow dusting their peaks. Watch for the Sebkha d'Oran about 15 minutes before landing; its color changes significantly depending on the season's rainfall.
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High Plateaus
The vast, semi-arid steppe region between the Atlas ranges, characterized by expansive pastoral lands.
Oran City Center
Depending on the wind direction and landing pattern, you may see the dense urban sprawl of Algeria's second city.
Fort Santa Cruz
A glimpse of the historic 16th-century Spanish fort perched high on Mount Murdjadjo overlooking the bay.
Port of Oran
The bustling maritime gateway and industrial docks visible during the final descent from the east.
The right side is ideal for capturing the urban density and historical landmarks of Oran if the aircraft approaches from the north or east. Late afternoon flights provide a warm, golden glow over the High Plateaus, making for excellent photography of the geological folds in the earth's crust.
Book Hotels in OranDistance: 468 km (291 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: CBH (31.64570045471191, -2.269860029220581)
Arrival: ORN (35.6239013672, -0.6211829781529999)
Route Type: Domestic
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