Passengers on the left will see the dramatic cliffside architecture of Constantine and the historic bridges spanning the deep Rhumel River gorge shortly after departure.
While the left side offers great views of the Algerian interior and the red rocks of the Esterel, the right side is superior for the iconic arrival into Nice, featuring the city skyline, the Promenade des Anglais, and the stunning backdrop of the Maritime Alps.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Grand Erg Occidental's orange sand dunes and the unique architecture of the M'zab Valley oases.
The right side offers a breathtaking perspective of the Mediterranean coastline, including the stunning Bay of Algiers and the dramatic cliffs where the Atlas Mountains meet the sea.
The right side offers a superior panorama of the French Alps and the glittering Mediterranean coast near Marseille, providing a more dramatic transition from North Africa to Europe.
While both sides offer stunning views of the Saharan transition, the Right Side is preferred for its better perspective of the High Plateaus and the spectacular approach into the M'Zab Valley's unique urban layout.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Mediterranean coastline and the dramatic meeting point of the Tell Atlas mountains and the sea, culminating in a panoramic view of the Bay of Algiers.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for witnessing the Sicilian coastline, the majestic Mount Etna, and a panoramic sweep of the Greek islands and the Sea of Marmara before landing.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic suspension bridges of Constantine during departure and provides a breathtaking panorama of the Marseille coastline, the Calanques, and the Old Port during the final approach.
The left side provides a superior view of Constantine's iconic bridges upon departure and the dramatic volcanic terrain of the French Massif Central during the descent into Paris.
While both sides offer stunning views of the transition from the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara, the right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Biskra palm groves and the vast Chott salt flats.
The left side is generally superior for this northbound route as it avoids direct sun glare during the morning and offers a front-row seat to the dramatic volcanic craters of the Massif Central and the salt pans of southern France.