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MRU → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (Plaisance) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of views, including the lush Ethiopian Highlands, the winding Nile River, and a prime angle for the snow-capped Swiss and Italian Alps during the morning descent.
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Mauritian Lagoons
Stunning views of the turquoise coral reefs and Blue Bay area immediately after takeoff from MRU.
Ethiopian Highlands
Dramatic vistas of the rugged 'Roof of Africa' with its sharp peaks and deep canyons.
The Nile River
A striking view of the green river valley cutting through the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert.
Cairo and Pyramids
On clear days, the sprawl of Cairo and the distant Giza Plateau are visible if the flight path tracks west of the city.
Central Alps
Panoramic views of the Swiss peaks and glaciers as the aircraft crosses into Central Europe.
For the typical night departure from Mauritius, this side captures the sunrise over the African continent. Ensure you are awake approximately 7-8 hours into the flight to catch the Nile. The descent over the Alps occurs roughly 45-60 minutes before landing in Frankfurt.
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Madagascar Tip
Distant views of the northern tip of Madagascar and the Mozambique Channel early in the flight.
Red Sea Coast
Exceptional views of the coral reefs and crystal waters along the coast of Eritrea and Sudan.
Sinai Peninsula
The stark, mountainous desert landscape of Sinai and the Gulf of Aqaba.
Adriatic Coast
Depending on the specific airway, views of the eastern Italian coastline and its turquoise waters.
German Black Forest
Dense green forest canopies and rolling hills during the final approach into Frankfurt.
The right side is ideal if you want to avoid direct sunlight during the morning arrival into Germany, reducing glare on your window. It offers better views of the Red Sea during the middle portion of the flight, which is often illuminated well by the midday sun.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtDistance: 9,200 km (5,717 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 49 min
Departure: MRU (-20.430201, 57.683601)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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