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DXB → CMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Mohammed V International Airport (Casablanca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse range of terrestrial landmarks, including the Nile River, the vast Sahara desert systems, and the dramatic Atlas Mountains on descent.
Dubai Skyline
Clear views of the Burj Khalifa and downtown Dubai during the initial climb if departing toward the west.
Arabian Sands
The rolling red dunes of the An Nafud desert in northern Saudi Arabia.
The Nile River
A sharp, green contrast of the fertile Nile Valley cutting through the stark Egyptian desert.
Sahara Ergs
Intricate sand patterns and wind-swept dunes across the Libyan and Algerian interior.
Atlas Mountains
The rugged, often snow-capped peaks of the High Atlas during the approach into Morocco.
This side is best for viewing the Nile, usually appearing 3-4 hours into the flight. Note that during daytime flights, this side faces the sun, so glare can be an issue; use a polarizing filter for photos. The Atlas Mountains are most spectacular during the winter and spring months when snow is present.
Arabian Gulf
Views of the turquoise coastal waters and offshore islands shortly after takeoff.
Nile Delta
The massive green triangular fan where the Nile meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Mediterranean Coast
Long stretches of the North African coastline including parts of Libya and Tunisia.
Algiers
The sprawling coastal architecture of the Algerian capital nestled against the sea.
Atlantic Horizon
The first glimpse of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean as the flight reaches the Moroccan coast.
The right side is ideal for consistent lighting as it faces away from the sun on this westward route. It offers better views of the Mediterranean coastline and the Nile Delta. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, you may also see the southern tip of the Balearic Sea.
Distance: 6,080 km (3,778 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 9 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)
Route Type: International
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