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ESU โ†’ ORY

Which side of the plane to sit from Mogador Airport (Essadouira) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic geographic transitions, including the crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar, the high Spanish Meseta, and the heart of the Pyrenees Mountains.

Right Side Highlights
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Moroccan Interior

Views of the arid plains stretching toward the distant, snow-capped peaks of the High Atlas.

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Strait of Gibraltar

The legendary meeting point of the Mediterranean and Atlantic, with views of the Rock of Gibraltar and North Africa.

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Madrid & The Meseta

The high Spanish plateau and the dense urban cluster of Madrid appearing mid-flight.

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Central Pyrenees

The highest peaks of the range, often covered in snow, providing the most dramatic scenery of the trip.

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Massif Central

The unique chain of extinct volcanoes known as the Chaรฎne des Puys in central France.

Select the right side for the most diverse landforms. You will want your camera ready roughly 45 minutes into the flight for the Gibraltar crossing and again 30 minutes before landing for the French volcanic parks. Afternoon flights offer the best illumination for the Pyrenees peaks.

Left Side Highlights
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Essaouira Coastline

Immediate views of Mogador Island and the crashing Atlantic surf against the white medina walls upon takeoff.

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Atlantic Horizon

Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic and occasionally the distant Portuguese coastline near Lisbon.

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Western Pyrenees

The lush, green western end of the mountain range near the Basque Country border.

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Loire Valley

The winding 'River of Kings' appearing as you descend into the northern half of France.

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Parisian Horizon

A possible silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and the Montparnasse Tower during the final approach into Orly.

Sit on the left for the best departure photos of Essaouira's unique island geography. On landing at Orly, if the plane approaches from the south, this side provides the best chance to see the central Paris skyline. Morning flights provide excellent backlighting for the Atlantic waves.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,177 km (1,353 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min

Departure: ESU (31.3974990845, -9.6816701889)

Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)

Route Type: International

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