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HME → ORN
Which side of the plane to sit from Oued Irara Airport (Hassi Messaoud) to Es Senia Airport (Oran)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior transition from the golden Sahara dunes to the rugged Saharan Atlas peaks, concluding with a stunning approach over the Mediterranean coastline and Oran's historic landmarks.
Oued Mya Valley
Intricate dry riverbed patterns carved into the desert floor visible north of the departure point.
Djebel Amour Peaks
Striking peaks of the central Saharan Atlas providing high-altitude mountain scenery during the mid-flight.
Mediterranean Coastline
Deep blue sea views as the plane maneuvers for its final descent towards the Es Senia airport.
Fort Santa Cruz
Potential views of the historic 16th-century Spanish fort perched on Mount Murdjadjo overlooking Oran.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the Mediterranean. Ensure you are alert during the final 15 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Oran skyline and the coast.
Grand Erg Oriental
Vast, undulating sand dunes stretching toward the horizon shortly after takeoff from Hassi Messaoud.
Western Saharan Atlas
The arid ridges and deep valleys of the western mountain range as the aircraft heads northwest.
Sebkha d'Oran
A massive, glistening salt lake that appears as a bright white or blue expanse just before landing.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side provides a great perspective of the vastness of the Sahara before the terrain turns more mountainous near the coast.
Distance: 764 km (475 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: HME (31.673000335700003, 6.140439987180001)
Arrival: ORN (35.6239013672, -0.6211829781529999)
Route Type: Domestic
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