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LGW → RAK
Which side of the plane to sit from London Gatwick Airport (London) to Menara Airport (Marrakech)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar and the most dramatic views of the High Atlas Mountains during the final descent into Marrakesh.
English Channel & White Cliffs
Immediately after departing Gatwick, catch views of the Sussex coastline and the busy shipping lanes of the Channel.
Loire Valley Chateaus
As you cruise over Western France, the meandering Loire River and its historic valley are visible to the east.
Pyrenees Mountains
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees border between France and Spain appear on the horizon.
Strait of Gibraltar
A major highlight where you can see the Rock of Gibraltar and the tip of Europe meeting the African continent.
Rif Mountains
The first Moroccan terrain you encounter, featuring rugged, arid ridges and deep valleys.
High Atlas Range
The most spectacular view of the trip; as the plane turns for Marrakesh, the towering peaks of the Atlas dominate the window.
Book an 'A' seat for the best experience. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, providing perfectly lit landscapes for photography. Pay close attention during the last 20 minutes of the flight; the approach often involves a banking turn that provides a panoramic view of the 4,000m peaks of the High Atlas.
Normandy & Brittany Coast
The rugged western coastline of France, featuring sandy beaches and the turquoise waters of the Atlantic.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of deep blue ocean often featuring dramatic cloud formations and large maritime vessels.
Picos de Europa
Views of the limestone peaks of Northern Spain as the flight path skirts the Iberian peninsula.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the ocean, especially beautiful during sunset flights from London.
Casablanca Coastline
As you descend, look for the sprawling white metropolis of Casablanca and the towering minaret of the Hassan II Mosque.
Choose an 'F' or 'K' seat if you are flying in the late afternoon; you will be treated to a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. While this side sees less of the mountain ranges, it offers a great perspective of the Moroccan coastline. Keep an eye out for the Portuguese coast during the mid-flight cruise phase.
Distance: 2,266 km (1,408 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 1 min
Departure: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Arrival: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Route Type: International
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