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LYSTUN

Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Left Side Highlights
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French Alps

Breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks of the Écrins National Park shortly after takeoff from Lyon.

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Côte d'Azur

Distances views of the French Riviera coastline as the aircraft transitions from land to the Mediterranean Sea.

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Eastern Sardinia

Aerial perspective of the rugged granite coastline and turquoise waters of the Costa Smeralda.

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Ancient Carthage

On final descent, the archaeological remains of the Punic and Roman empires are visible near the coast.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
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Massif Central

Distant views of the ancient volcanic plateaus of south-central France during the initial climb.

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The Camargue

The vast wetlands and salt pans of the Rhône delta are often visible to the west.

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Mediterranean Horizon

An expansive view of the deep blue sea, often dotted with merchant ships on major shipping lanes.

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Western Sardinia

Views of the wilder, less developed western coast of the Italian island including the cliffs near Alghero.

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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.

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Route Information

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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