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CMN → NKC
Which side of the plane to sit from Mohammed V International Airport (Casablanca) to Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (Nouakschott)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the stunning meeting point of the Sahara Desert and the Atlantic Ocean, including the iconic Dakhla peninsula and the Banc d'Arguin UNESCO site.
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Dakhla Lagoon
A breathtaking view of the long white sand spit extending into the brilliant blue Atlantic waters.
Nouadhibou Peninsula
The rugged Cape Blanco area, known for its historic shipwrecks and the border between Western Sahara and Mauritania.
Banc d'Arguin
An intricate maze of sandbanks and shallow channels that host one of the world's largest bird migrations.
The Sahara Wall
A dramatic sight where massive desert dunes drop directly into the crashing waves of the ocean.
Sit on the right for evening flights to experience the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. The descent into Nouakchott typically follows the coastline, offering excellent low-altitude views of the Banc d'Arguin wetlands. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing for the best photography of the Dakhla peninsula.
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Anti-Atlas Mountains
Weathered peaks and ancient rock formations of southern Morocco visible shortly after departure.
Sahara Sand Seas
The vast Grand Erg dune systems stretch endlessly toward the horizon in shifting shades of gold.
Zouérat Iron Mines
A glimpse of the massive open-pit mining operations and the start of the world's longest train route.
Adrar Plateau
Stark, lunar-like landscapes with dramatic cliffs and rocky plateaus in northern Mauritania.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the desert illuminated with high-contrast shadows defining the dune ridges. This side is superior for observing the geological diversity of the Saharan interior. Watch for the massive iron ore trains if the flight path tracks slightly inland.
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Get eSIMs for MauritaniaDistance: 1,871 km (1,163 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)
Arrival: NKC (18.31, -15.969722199999998)
Route Type: International
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