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Which side of the plane to sit from Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille) to Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport (Monastir)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the Marseille city center and the Old Port upon takeoff, followed by a dramatic approach into Tunisia over the Cap Bon peninsula and the Gulf of Hammamet.
Marseille City & Old Port
A stunning view of the Vieux-Port, Notre-Dame de la Garde, and the dense urban landscape of France's second-largest city immediately after takeoff.
Calanques National Park
Aerial perspective of the limestone cliffs and turquoise inlets stretching from Marseille toward Cassis.
Cap Bon Peninsula
The first sight of Tunisia, featuring the rugged tip of Cap Bon and the coastal town of Kelibia.
Gulf of Hammamet
Sweeping views of the long sandy beaches and resort zones of Hammamet and Nabeul as the plane descends southward.
Monastir Ribat
On final approach, look for the historic 8th-century fortress and the golden dome of the Bourguiba Mausoleum.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the Mediterranean. During the descent, keep your camera ready as the plane often banks over the Gulf of Hammamet, providing a clear view of the Tunisian coastline.
Frioul Archipelago
Clear views of the Frioul Islands and the historic Chรขteau d'If fortress sitting in the bay of Marseille.
Mediterranean Horizon
Vast, uninterrupted views of the deep blue sea, often dotted with cargo ships and ferries crossing to North Africa.
Sardinia Silhouettes
On clear days, the western coastline of the Italian island of Sardinia may be visible in the distance to the east.
Sousse Skyline
As you approach Monastir, the neighboring city of Sousse and its historic medina are visible just to the north.
Sebkha of Sahline
Large salt flats and lagoons surrounding the airport that create unique geometric patterns and colors during the landing phase.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Mediterranean. This side is also excellent for spotting the salt evaporation ponds (Sebkhas) near the Monastir airport which look spectacular in the late afternoon light.
Distance: 976 km (606 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Arrival: MIR (35.75809860229492, 10.75469970703125)
Route Type: International
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