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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers an incredible vantage point for the transition from the Sahel to the deep Sahara, the rugged Atlas Mountains, and the stunning approach into the Iberian Peninsula.

Left Side Highlights
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Sahara Sand Seas

Breathtaking views of the vast Erg Chech and western Saharan dune patterns as you traverse Mali and Algeria.

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High Atlas Peaks

The dramatic, jagged peaks of the Moroccan Atlas range, often capped with snow during winter and spring.

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Strait of Gibraltar

On clear days, see the narrow water gap separating the African continent from the European mainland.

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Andalusian Landscapes

The patchwork of olive groves and historic white villages (Pueblos Blancos) scattered across southern Spain.

For the best photography, choose the left side on morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and harsh glares. This side provides the most iconic views of the Atlas Mountains. Mid-flight, keep an eye out for the dramatic color shifts from the reddish Nigerian soil to the pale Saharan sands.

Right Side Highlights
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Ahaggar Mountains

Ancient volcanic plugs and high plateaus of the central Sahara in southern Algeria.

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Algerian Coastline

The scenic transition where the arid desert meets the deep turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

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Sierra Nevada

Spain's highest peaks, including Mulhacén, offering a white-capped contrast to the surrounding dry plains.

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Madrid Metropolitan Area

A sweeping view of the Spanish capital's urban sprawl and the Cuatro Torres skyscrapers during the final approach.

The right side is preferable for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset glow over the Mediterranean. It offers a better perspective of the Spanish eastern coast and the Sierra Nevada range. During descent, passengers on this side often get a clearer view of the Madrid city center depending on the runway configuration.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,831 km (2,380 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 30 min

Departure: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)

Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)

Route Type: International

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