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CMN → RAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Mohammed V International Airport (Casablanca) to Menara Airport (Marrakech)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views as you approach Marrakech, providing a panoramic backdrop of the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains and a better angle of the city's historic Palmeraie during the descent.
Casablanca Outskirts
Aerial views of the rapidly expanding residential and industrial southern districts of Casablanca shortly after takeoff.
Oum Er-Rbia River
Cross over Morocco's longest river, seeing it snake through the dry plains of the Chaouia region.
Haouz Plains
Vast stretches of agricultural land that transform from vibrant green in spring to golden ochre in summer.
The Palmeraie
The famous palm grove of Marrakech, containing over 100,000 trees, visible just before touchdown.
High Atlas Panorama
Stunning vistas of the High Atlas mountain range, including North Africa's highest peak, Mount Toubkal, in the distance.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Atlas Mountains. Morning flights provide the best lighting, as the sun illuminates the mountain peaks from the east. In winter and early spring, the contrast between the red earth and white snow is spectacular.
Rural Douars
View traditional Moroccan villages and small farming clusters that dot the landscape between the two cities.
Berrechid Hub
A clear view of the industrial and logistical heartland located south of the Casablanca-Settat axis.
Jbel Lakhdar
A prominent 'Green Mountain' that rises solo from the plains, serving as a landmark for pilots.
Irrigation Networks
Intricate patterns of modern irrigation circles and canals that bring life to the arid landscape.
While less scenic than the left, the right side is excellent for observing the geometric beauty of Moroccan agriculture and rural settlement patterns. If the flight lands toward the east, you may catch a glimpse of the Menara Gardens just before landing.
Distance: 200 km (124 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)
Arrival: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Route Type: Domestic
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