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LYS → TUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon) to Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panorama of the French Alps shortly after departure and provides the iconic view of the ancient Carthage ruins and Sidi Bou Said during the final approach into Tunis.
French Alps
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks of the Écrins National Park shortly after takeoff from Lyon.
Côte d'Azur
Distances views of the French Riviera coastline as the aircraft transitions from land to the Mediterranean Sea.
Eastern Sardinia
Aerial perspective of the rugged granite coastline and turquoise waters of the Costa Smeralda.
Ancient Carthage
On final descent, the archaeological remains of the Punic and Roman empires are visible near the coast.
Sidi Bou Said
The famous blue-and-white village perched on a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Tunis is a highlight on the left approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the best lighting on the Alps without the glare of the southern sun. During the final 10 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the circular Punic Ports of Carthage. If landing from the north (Runway 19), this side is unparalleled.
Massif Central
Distant views of the ancient volcanic plateaus of south-central France during the initial climb.
The Camargue
The vast wetlands and salt pans of the Rhône delta are often visible to the west.
Mediterranean Horizon
An expansive view of the deep blue sea, often dotted with merchant ships on major shipping lanes.
Western Sardinia
Views of the wilder, less developed western coast of the Italian island including the cliffs near Alghero.
Mediterranean Sunset
Ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sun setting over the water.
The right side is the 'sun side' for much of this southbound route; keep your window shade down if you want to avoid heat, or up if you want to capture a sunset. On arrival, you may see the Sebkhet Ariana salt lake depending on the traffic pattern.
Distance: 1,076 km (669 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Arrival: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Route Type: International
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