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CMN → HKT
Which side of the plane to sit from Mohammed V International Airport (Casablanca) to Phuket International Airport (Phuket)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a superior view, combining the Mediterranean coastline and Nile Delta with the spectacular limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay during the approach into Phuket.
Casablanca Coastline
Vibrant views of the Atlantic Ocean meeting Morocco's white-architecture capital immediately after takeoff.
Atlas Mountains
The rugged, often snow-capped peaks of the High Atlas range stretching across North Africa.
Nile Delta
The stark transition from the brown Sahara to the lush green agricultural fan of the Nile River.
Middle Eastern Hubs
Views of the glowing skylines of Dubai, Doha, or Abu Dhabi during the mid-flight transit phase.
Phang Nga Bay
Iconic limestone pillars and emerald waters visible during the final descent into Phuket.
Book a window seat on the left (Port side) and aim for an overnight flight from Casablanca that arrives in Phuket in the early morning. This timing ensures you catch the sunrise over the Indian Ocean and have optimal lighting for the dramatic descent over the Thai islands. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Nile Delta.
Sahara Desert
Breathtaking orange sand dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental stretching endlessly to the south.
Red Sea
Crystal clear coastal waters and coral reef patterns along the Egyptian and Saudi Arabian coastlines.
Empty Quarter
The mesmerizing, rhythmic patterns of the Rub' al Khali, the world's largest contiguous sand desert.
Arabian Sea
A vast expanse of deep blue water, occasionally dotted with cargo ships on the maritime Silk Road.
Andaman Coastline
Southern Thai islands and the dense rainforest canopies of the Malay Peninsula on approach.
The right side is excellent for desert enthusiasts. If the flight path takes a southerly route over the Arabian Peninsula, you will see some of the most remote desert landscapes on Earth. Use a polarizing filter if taking photos to cut through the atmospheric haze common over the Sahara and Arabian deserts. During the final approach, the right side provides a great view of the beaches along Phuket's western shore.
Distance: 10,960 km (6,810 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 hrs 54 min
Departure: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)
Arrival: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Route Type: International
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