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GAE → TUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Gabès Matmata International Airport (Gabes) to Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Tunisian coastline, following the Mediterranean from the Gulf of Gabès all the way to the iconic clifftop views of Carthage and Sidi Bou Said before landing.
Gulf of Gabès
The flight begins with views of the shallow, turquoise waters known for their unique Mediterranean tides.
Sfax Coastline
View of Tunisia's second-largest city and its massive, colorful industrial salt evaporation ponds.
Gulf of Hammamet
A beautiful sweep of white sand beaches and luxury resorts spanning from Monastir to Hammamet.
Ancient Carthage
The world-famous archaeological ruins visible on the coastline just before the final approach into TUN.
Sidi Bou Said
The iconic blue-and-white clifftop village overlooking the Bay of Tunis.
Sit on the right side for morning flights to have the sun behind you, highlighting the turquoise colors of the sea. The descent into Tunis-Carthage usually aligns perfectly for a view of the Presidential Palace and the ruins of Carthage.
Sebkhet El Melah
Expansive salt pans and wetlands located just north of Gabès, reflecting the sky like a mirror.
Djebel Zaghouan
A prominent limestone mountain peak that serves as the centerpiece of the Tunisian Dorsal range.
Kairouan Plains
Vast agricultural landscapes and olive groves that characterize the central interior of the country.
Sebkhet Sedjoumi
The large endorheic salt lake on the western edge of Tunis, often hosting pink flamingos.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Tunisian Dorsal. Look for the Roman-era aqueduct remains that snake through the landscape toward Zaghouan if the altitude is low enough.
Distance: 331 km (206 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: GAE (33.87689971923828, 10.103300094604492)
Arrival: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Route Type: Domestic
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