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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Atlas Mountains shortly after takeoff, followed by deep Saharan vistas and the transition into the lush West African savannah.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Middle Atlas Range

Dramatic snow-capped peaks and rugged valleys visible during the initial climb south of Casablanca.

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Erg Chech Dunes

Infinite patterns of orange sand dunes as the flight crosses from Mauritania into northern Mali.

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Niger River Bend

The lifeblood of the region, appearing as a winding silver thread through the arid Sahelian landscape.

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Ouagadougou View

The sprawling red-earth layout of the Burkina Faso capital city is often visible depending on the flight corridor.

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Atakora Mountains

The lush, forested mountain chain running through northern Togo, marking the shift to a tropical climate.

Request a window seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the Sahara's shifting colors. This side is particularly spectacular during sunrise flights, where the morning light catches the crests of the Atlas Mountains and the Saharan dunes. Ensure your window is clean to capture the subtle color gradients of the Sahel.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Moroccan Atlantic Coast

Excellent views of the rugged coastline and the white architecture of coastal towns like Essaouira.

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Canary Islands Horizon

On very clear days, the easternmost Canary Islands may be visible as silhouettes on the western horizon.

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Sahara Salt Pans

Distinguishable white depressions and dry lake beds that contrast sharply with the surrounding desert rock.

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Gulf of Guinea

A view of the vast Atlantic and the numerous cargo ships anchored outside the Port of Lomé during the final descent.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a sense of the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the African continent. During the descent into LFW, look out for the distinct line where the turquoise ocean meets the golden sands of the West African coast.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,160 km (1,964 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min

Departure: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)

Arrival: LFW (6.165609836578369, 1.2545100450515747)

Route Type: International

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