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LIS → BKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Modibo Keita International Airport (Bamako)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Atlas Mountains and the deep, shifting dunes of the Moroccan and Mauritanian Sahara, providing a classic African transcontinental perspective.
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Tagus Estuary
Aerial views of Lisbon's iconic bridge and the sprawling river mouth during initial ascent.
High Atlas Mountains
Stunning snow-capped peaks of Morocco, providing a sharp contrast to the desert below.
Draa Valley
A striking ribbon of green palm groves winding through the arid Moroccan landscape.
Sahara Erg Dunes
Expansive views of major dune systems and orange sand seas in the deep interior desert.
Niger River
The massive, winding river that signals your arrival into the heart of Bamako.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the Atlas Mountains. This side is generally better for spotting the lush river valleys of Morocco and the deep interior of the Sahara. In winter, the snow on the Moroccan peaks is a highlight not to be missed.
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Algarve Coastline
The rugged cliffs and golden beaches of southern Portugal before crossing the Atlantic.
Strait of Gibraltar
Distant views of the narrow passage where Europe meets Africa and the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean.
Canary Islands
On clear days with a westerly flight path, the volcanic silhouettes of the islands appear on the horizon.
Adrar Plateau
The stark, rocky landscapes and deep canyons of northern Mauritania.
Sahel Sunset
If flying late, the dust-filled air of the Sahel creates incredibly vibrant red and orange sunsets.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. It provides the best perspective of the Sahara meeting the ocean along the Western Saharan coast. Watch for the 'Eye of the Sahara' (Richat Structure) if the flight path tracks closer to the coast.
Book Hotels in BamakoDistance: 2,921 km (1,815 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 54 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: BKO (12.5335, -7.94994)
Route Type: International
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