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CZL → HME
Which side of the plane to sit from Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport (Constantine) to Oued Irara Airport (Hassi Messaoud)?
Right Side of the Plane
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.
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Constantine Gorges
Immediately after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the dramatic cliffs and bridges of the 'City of Bridges'.
Biskra Oasis
See the 'Gateway to the Desert' with its sprawling emerald green palm groves contrasting against the arid soil.
Chott Melrhir
Observe the shimmering white and blue crust of this massive endorheic salt lake, the lowest point in Algeria.
Saharan Atlas
The rugged transition where the mountains meet the flat desert plains creates a sharp geological boundary.
The right side is ideal for photographers looking for the sharp contrast between the green oases and the harsh desert. Afternoon flights on this side may experience some glare, so morning is preferred.
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Djebel Chelia
View the highest peak of the Aurès Mountains, often dusted with snow in winter months.
Grand Erg Oriental
Witness the beginning of the massive Saharan sand sea with its characteristic orange linear dunes.
Oil Field Flares
As you approach Hassi Messaoud, look for the industrial gas flares dotting the desert landscape.
Sit on the left if you want to see the higher elevation peaks of the Aurès range. Early morning flights offer the best contrast as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes of the sand dunes.
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Get eSIMs for AlgeriaDistance: 514 km (319 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: CZL (36.2760009765625, 6.620389938354492)
Arrival: HME (31.673000335700003, 6.140439987180001)
Route Type: Domestic
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