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LYS → QSF
Which side of the plane to sit from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon) to Ain Arnat Airport (Setif)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the majestic French Alps shortly after takeoff and the dramatic, rugged landscapes of the Kabylia mountain ranges during the descent into Algeria.
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French Alps
Distant but clear views of the snow-capped Ecrins and Vanoise massifs shortly after departing Lyon.
Provence Region
Aerial perspective of the historic towns and rolling hills of southeastern France as you head south.
Gulf of Lion
The transition from the French coastline into the deep turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
Djurdjura Mountains
The striking limestone peaks of the Great Kabylia range visible as the aircraft approaches the Algerian coast.
For morning flights, the left side provides a beautiful sun-drenched view of the Alps. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes after takeoff. During the Mediterranean crossing, you might catch a distant silhouette of Corsica on the horizon if the visibility is high.
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Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateaus and craters of south-central France visible to the west of the flight path.
Camargue Delta
The unique landscape of salt pans, lagoons, and river branches where the Rhone meets the Mediterranean.
Mediterranean Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the vast sea, frequently dotted with international shipping vessels.
Setif Plateaus
The golden agricultural fields and high-altitude plains of the Setif region during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea. It also offers a better view of the Rhone River as it winds its way toward the coast during the initial phase of the flight.
Book Hotels in SetifDistance: 1,062 km (660 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Arrival: QSF (36.178100585900005, 5.32449007034)
Route Type: International
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