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ELU → ALG
Which side of the plane to sit from Guemar Airport (Guemar) to Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic transition from the Sahara's 'City of a Thousand Domes' to the majestic Aurès Mountains and the stunning coastal curve of the Bay of Algiers.
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El Oued Architecture
The unique 'City of a Thousand Domes' is best seen from this side, showcasing its distinct traditional Saharan rooftops.
Aurès Mountains
Fly past the highest peaks of eastern Algeria, including Mount Chelia, which often retains snow in winter months.
Djurdjura Range
The limestone peaks of the Tell Atlas, featuring deep gorges and dense cedar forests as you approach the coast.
Bay of Algiers
A panoramic view of the 'Alger la Blanche' white buildings curving around the Mediterranean turquoise waters.
Port of Algiers
Aerial view of the bustling maritime hub and the historic Casbah sloping down toward the sea.
The right side is unbeatable for the approach into Houari Boumediene Airport, especially if the aircraft circles the Bay of Algiers. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Aurès Mountains. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the unique dome architecture of Guemar and El Oued.
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Great Eastern Erg
View the edge of the massive sand sea with its characteristic longitudinal dunes immediately after departure.
Chott Melrhir
A glimpse of the vast endorheic salt lake that sits below sea level, appearing as a shimmering white expanse.
Saharan Atlas
The rugged ridges of the Ouled Naïl Range marking the boundary between the desert and the high plateaus.
Mitidja Plain
The lush, fertile agricultural heartland of northern Algeria visible during the descent into Algiers.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides a clearer view of the Saharan Atlas transition and the intensive farming patterns of the Mitidja Plain just before landing. Look for the distinct change in soil color from ochre to deep red and green.
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Get eSIMs for AlgeriaDistance: 479 km (298 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: ELU (33.5113983154, 6.776790142059999)
Arrival: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Route Type: Domestic
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