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LPA → NDB
Which side of the plane to sit from Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria) to Nouadhibou International Airport (Nouadhibou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the volcanic Canary Islands to the vast, golden dunes of the Sahara Desert and the turquoise lagoons of the Western Saharan coast.
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Gran Canaria Peaks
Aerial view of the rugged volcanic interior and the iconic Roque Nublo as the plane climbs south from LPA.
Sahara Coastal Dunes
Witness the massive 'white dunes' of the Western Sahara sliding directly into the deep blue Atlantic Ocean.
Dakhla Peninsula
A stunning view of the 40km long narrow spit of land and its vibrant turquoise lagoon, a world-famous kite-surfing spot.
Banc d'Arguin
Shallow coastal waters creating intricate sand patterns and emerald-to-blue gradients near the Mauritanian border.
Iron Ore Train
On final descent, look for the world's longest train snaking through the desert toward the Nouadhibou port.
Sit on the left for the most diverse geography. Use a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the Dakhla lagoon. Be aware that the morning sun will be on this side, making the desert sand extremely bright; polarized sunglasses are highly recommended.
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Expansive views of the open ocean and the dramatic visible 'drop-off' of the continental shelf into darker waters.
Marine Stratocumulus
Frequent beautiful cloud formations and 'cloud streets' unique to the Canary Current weather system.
Cap Blanc Peninsula
View the rugged western tip of the Nouadhibou peninsula and the remains of the world's largest ship graveyard.
The right side is the better choice for late afternoon or sunset flights to avoid the harsh glare of the Sahara and catch the sun dipping into the Atlantic. It offers a more serene, minimalist view compared to the active landscape on the left.
Book Hotels in NouadhibouDistance: 796 km (495 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Arrival: NDB (20.9330997467041, -17.030000686645508)
Route Type: International
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