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LYS → TLM
Which side of the plane to sit from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon) to Zenata – Messali El Hadj Airport (Tlemcen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged Massif Central, a clear view of the Pyrenees mountain range upon crossing into the Mediterranean, and the beautiful Balearic Islands.
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Massif Central
The ancient volcanic peaks and rolling green hills of south-central France.
Eastern Pyrenees
Snow-capped peaks where the mountains meet the sea near the French-Spanish border.
Costa Brava
A stunning perspective of the rugged Spanish coastline and the city of Barcelona in the distance.
Ibiza and Formentera
Clear views of the Balearic Islands' white sandy beaches and rocky coves from high altitude.
Lalla Setti Plateau
The dramatic cliffs and the highland plateau overlooking the city of Tlemcen during arrival.
The right side is unbeatable for coastal geography. Aim for an afternoon flight to see the Spanish coast and the Balearics illuminated by the sun. During the final approach into TLM, the right side provides the best view of the mountains surrounding the 'Pearl of the Maghreb'.
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Rhône Valley
Aerial view of the winding Rhône river and its fertile agricultural lands south of Lyon.
Camargue Wetlands
The unique salt pans and marshes of the Rhône delta near the Mediterranean coast.
Gulf of Lion
Expansive views of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea as the flight heads south.
City of Oran
Distant views of the Algerian port city of Oran and its historic harbor during the descent.
Atlas Foothills
The rising terrain of the Tell Atlas range as you approach the Tlemcen plateau.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights. Keep an eye out for the distinctive white and blue hues of the Camargue salt flats shortly after takeoff. As you reach the Algerian coast, the contrast between the turquoise water and the arid inland soil is striking.
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Get eSIMs for AlgeriaDistance: 1,312 km (815 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Arrival: TLM (35.0167007446, -1.45000004768)
Route Type: International
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