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CRL → TNG
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (Charleroi) to Ibn Batouta Airport (Tanger)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks, including a central view of the Pyrenees, the Madrid skyline, and a clear sight of the Rock of Gibraltar during the descent into Tangier.
Loire Valley
Glimpse the winding Loire River and the clusters of historic chateaus in central France.
Massif Central
Dramatic views of the extinct volcanic peaks and rugged plateaus of south-central France.
Central Pyrenees
A spectacular crossing of the snow-capped border peaks between France and Spain.
Madrid & Guadarrama
Views of the Spanish capital and the surrounding Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range.
Rock of Gibraltar
The iconic limestone monolith marking the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea visible on clear days.
Rif Mountains
The rugged, green peaks of northern Morocco appearing during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight glare. About 50-60 minutes into the flight, watch for the Pyrenees. As the plane descends into Tangier, look east to spot the distinct silhouette of the Rock of Gibraltar across the water.
Bay of Biscay
Panoramic views of the rugged coastline where France meets northern Spain along the Atlantic.
Extremadura Plains
The vast, golden plains and dehesa landscapes of western Spain near the Portuguese border.
Guadalquivir River
The massive river winding through the heart of Andalusia towards the Atlantic Ocean.
Costa de la Luz
The bright, sandy beaches of south-western Spain leading to the Strait of Gibraltar.
Cape Spartel
The northwestern tip of Africa where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean near Tangier.
Strait Traffic
Watch for the massive cargo ships navigating the narrow channel between two continents.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. During the final approach into TNG, you will have an excellent view of the Atlantic coastline and the grottos near Cape Spartel. Keep your camera ready as you cross from Europe into Africa.
Distance: 1,838 km (1,142 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)
Arrival: TNG (35.726898193400004, -5.916890144349999)
Route Type: International
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