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MIR → MRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport (Monastir) to Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Tunisian Cape Bon, the dramatic rugged coastlines of Mediterranean islands like Sardinia or Corsica, and a breathtaking final approach over the Calanques and Marseille city.
Monastir Salt Pans
Colorful evaporation ponds located immediately adjacent to the Monastir airport runway.
Cape Bon Peninsula
The scenic northern tip of Tunisia as the flight transitions from land to the open Mediterranean Sea.
Corsica & Sardinia
Depending on the flight path, the rugged mountainous silhouettes of these Mediterranean islands are often visible to the east.
Massif des Calanques
Stunning white limestone cliffs and turquoise inlets that define the coastline between Cassis and Marseille.
Marseille Cityscape
A perfect view of the Vieux-Port and the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde sitting atop the hill.
Château d'If
The famous island fortress immortalized in 'The Count of Monte Cristo' visible in the Bay of Marseille.
The right side is the clear winner for scenery. For the best experience, book a morning flight to see the sunrise over the sea. Ensure you are looking out during the last 10 minutes of flight for the spectacular descent over the Calanques and the city of Marseille.
Sousse & Medina
Aerial view of the historic coastal city of Sousse and its ancient medina shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Hammamet
Wide panoramic views of the curving Tunisian coastline and the deep blue Mediterranean horizon.
Camargue Wetlands
On the final approach, look for the unique pink salt pans and marshlands of the Rhone delta.
Choose the left side for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the water. It provides a great view of the French coastline west of Marseille, including the salt marshes of the Camargue during the descent.
Distance: 976 km (606 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: MIR (35.75809860229492, 10.75469970703125)
Arrival: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Route Type: International
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