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CDG → NIM
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Diori Hamani International Airport (Niamey)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the vast Saharan sand dunes and the final approach into Niamey along the winding Niger River, providing a more dramatic contrast of landscapes.
Paris Cityscape
Depending on departure direction, a chance to spot the Eiffel Tower and the Seine river winding through the capital.
Balearic Islands
Distant views of the Spanish islands shimmering in the Mediterranean as the plane tracks toward the African coast.
Grand Erg Occidental
Breathtaking views of the 'Great Western Erg,' a massive sea of orange sand dunes stretching across the Algerian Sahara.
Saharan Horizon
The vast, uninterrupted horizon of the desert, particularly stunning during the 'golden hour' before descent.
Niger River
The lifegiving green ribbon of the Niger River becomes visible against the arid landscape during the final approach to NIM.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to witness the spectacular Saharan sunset. Ensure your window is clean, as the intense Saharan sun can highlight scratches. Watch for the dramatic change from sand to the green river valley as you arrive in Niamey.
Paris Suburbs
Aerial perspectives of the sprawling Parisian basin and the dense urban architecture of the Ile-de-France region.
Massif Central
Rugged volcanic plateaus and deep valleys of south-central France, visible during the first hour of flight.
Gulf of Lion
The transition from the French coastline near Marseille into the deep blue of the Mediterranean Sea.
Hoggar Mountains
Dramatic dark volcanic peaks and massive granite plateaus rising from the Algerian desert floor.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Mediterranean. This side is typically better for spotting the unique rock formations of the Ahaggar National Park in Algeria if the flight corridor is slightly easterly.
Distance: 3,951 km (2,455 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 39 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: NIM (13.4815, 2.18361)
Route Type: International
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