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MAN â RAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Menara Airport (Marrakech)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular coastal views of the Atlantic, the best angle for the sunset on evening flights, and a prime view of the High Atlas Mountains during the final descent into Marrakech.
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Welsh Coast
Aerial views of the Bristol Channel and the dramatic cliffs of the Devon and Cornwall peninsula.
Bay of Biscay
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean and the rugged French western coast.
Costa Verde
The lush, green coastline of Northern Spain where the mountains plunge into the sea.
Strait of Gibraltar
The unique visual of the Atlantic meeting the Mediterranean between two continents.
Moroccan Plains
The landscape transition from green valleys to the characteristic ochre and red earth of Morocco.
High Atlas Peaks
Breathtaking views of North Africa's highest peaks, including Mount Toubkal, during the descent.
Highly recommended for afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. As the plane approaches Marrakech, it often circles from the west, offering the right side a panoramic view of the ancient city walls and the Koutoubia Mosque silhouette against the Atlas Mountains. Use a polarized filter for photos to cut through the haze over the Sahara-bound air.
Book Hotels in MarrakechEnglish Channel
Cross the busy shipping lanes and see the French coastline appearing through the clouds.
Bordeaux Vineyards
Vast, geometric patterns of the famous French wine region visible during clear weather.
Picos de Europa
Jagged limestone massifs in Northern Spain, often snow-capped in winter months.
Madrid Metro
A bird's-eye view of the Spanish capital's urban sprawl and surrounding arid plateaus.
Rock of Gibraltar
The legendary Pillar of Hercules standing guard at the narrow gateway to the Mediterranean.
Rif Mountains
The first rugged, green terrain encountered upon crossing into North Africa.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides the most reliable view of the Rock of Gibraltar, which is a major milestone of the journey. Keep an eye out for the white-washed villages (Pueblos Blancos) scattered across the mountains of Andalusia.
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Get eSIMs for MoroccoDistance: 2,462 km (1,530 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 17 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Route Type: International
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