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LBV → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Libreville Leon M'ba International Airport (Libreville) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Sahara's most dramatic geological features, including the Tassili n'Ajjer plateaus, and a better angle for the French Mediterranean crossing.
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Ogooué River Basin
The dense, winding river systems and pristine rainforests of central Gabon during departure.
Aïr Mountains
Stunning volcanic peaks and black rock massifs rising from the Saharan sands in Niger.
Tassili n'Ajjer
A UNESCO-listed lunar landscape of sandstone arches and deep canyons in southeast Algeria.
French Riviera
Aerial perspective of the Mediterranean coastline, often passing near Marseille or the Gulf of Lion.
Massif Central
The rugged volcanic peaks of the Chaîne des Puys in central France during the descent.
The right side is ideal for sunrise views over the Sahara. Most flights from Libreville are overnight, so the morning light hitting the Algerian rock formations is a major highlight. Aim for a seat ahead of or well behind the wing to see the Tassili n'Ajjer canyons. Be aware that Saharan dust (Harmattan) can reduce visibility between December and March.
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Aerial views of the Gabonese coastline and the Atlantic horizon shortly after takeoff.
Mount Cameroon
The highest peak in West Africa may be visible in the distance to the northeast during the initial climb.
Western Sahara Dunes
Expansive vistas of the shifting sand seas and remote desert outposts in Mali and Algeria.
Balearic Islands
Clear views of the Mediterranean islands of Ibiza and Mallorca during the crossing into Europe.
Loire Valley
Green landscapes punctuated by historic chateaux as the flight nears the Paris basin.
Choose the left side if you prefer seeing the Mediterranean islands and the Atlantic horizon. For night flights, this side experiences less direct moonlight glare when flying north. Afternoon arrivals offer softer lighting for photos of the French countryside.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 5,439 km (3,380 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 24 min
Departure: LBV (0.458600014448, 9.4122800827)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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