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FEZ → EBU
Which side of the plane to sit from Saïss Airport (Fes) to Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport (St-Etienne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic experience, featuring the sprawling Fes Medina at takeoff, the shimmering Spanish Mediterranean coastline, and a stunning distant view of the French Alps during the descent into St-Etienne.
Fes el Bali
A rare aerial perspective of the dense, labyrinthine streets of the world's largest medieval medina.
Costa Blanca
The striking contrast between the turquoise Mediterranean Sea and the white sandy beaches of eastern Spain.
Ebro Delta
The distinctive bird-foot shape of the Ebro River delta protruding into the Balearic Sea.
Eastern Pyrenees
Glacial valleys and high-altitude lakes near the border of Andorra.
French Alps
On clear days, the entire Alpine chain including Mont Blanc is visible on the eastern horizon during the descent.
The right side is the 'scenic' choice for alpine enthusiasts; even though the flight doesn't cross the Alps, the distant views are spectacular in clear weather. During the summer, the late afternoon sun will be behind the plane, providing excellent glare-free lighting for photography of the Spanish coast and the Rhone Valley.
Middle Atlas Mountains
Rugged ridges and cedar forests of the Moroccan highlands immediately after departure from Fes.
Sierra Nevada
The highest peaks of mainland Spain, often featuring snow-capped summits even in late spring.
Iberian Meseta
The vast, sun-drenched central plateau of Spain with its unique geometric agricultural patterns.
Central Pyrenees
A dramatic crossing of the high-altitude border between Spain and France with jagged limestone peaks.
Auvergne Volcanic Park
The ancient, rounded dormant craters of the Massif Central visible during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the Sierra Nevada illuminated by the rising sun. This side is also better for spotting the unique 'puys' (volcanic domes) of central France during the descent into EBU. Keep an eye out roughly 30 minutes after takeoff for the transition from the African continent to the European coast.
Distance: 1,513 km (940 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min
Departure: FEZ (33.927299499499995, -4.977960109709999)
Arrival: EBU (45.54059982299805, 4.2963900566101065)
Route Type: International
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