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LGW → HME
Which side of the plane to sit from London Gatwick Airport (London) to Oued Irara Airport (Hassi Messaoud)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the European green landscapes to the rugged Atlas Mountains and the infinite, sun-drenched expanses of the Saharan plateau.
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English Channel Coast
Wide views of the shipping lanes and the famous white cliffs near the Seven Sisters.
Loire Valley
A beautiful patchwork of vineyards and historic river-side towns throughout central France.
The Atlas Mountains
The dramatic, rugged terrain and deep canyons of the Tell Atlas ranges in northern Algeria.
Saharan Hammada
The vast, reddish-brown rocky plateaus that define the transition into the deep desert.
Hassi Messaoud Hub
A unique industrial grid of the oil capital emerging from the orange desert floor during final approach.
Choose the right side for the best lighting during southbound afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the dramatic color shift from Mediterranean green to Saharan ochre. The descent into HME provides a fascinating look at the geometric oil field infrastructure scattered across the desert.
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The Weald of Kent
Rolling green hills and historical estates visible during the initial climb out of Gatwick.
Paris Basin
Wide-angle views of the French capital's sprawling outskirts and the Seine river curves.
Distant Alpine Peaks
On clear days, the snowy summits of the Western Alps are visible to the far east over central France.
Mediterranean Crossing
Deep blue vistas and coastline views during the transit from the French coast toward North Africa.
Grand Erg Oriental
Stunning views of the massive, rippling sand dune seas as the aircraft descends into the Sahara.
Sit well ahead of or behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Mediterranean coastline. Morning flights provide soft lighting on the French countryside, while late afternoon flights offer better contrast on the sand dunes of the Grand Erg.
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Get eSIMs for AlgeriaDistance: 2,227 km (1,384 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 58 min
Departure: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Arrival: HME (31.673000335700003, 6.140439987180001)
Route Type: International
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