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MUW → ALG
Which side of the plane to sit from Ghriss Airport (Ghriss) to Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more dramatic perspective of the Ouarsenis Massif and the rugged interior of the Tell Atlas mountains, providing a deeper look at the diverse Algerian topography.
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Ouarsenis Massif
Dramatic views of the 'Sultan' peak, the highest point in the regional Atlas range.
Hauts Plateaux
The vast, golden interior plains of Algeria stretching toward the Saharan Atlas.
Chiffa Gorges
Deep, rocky valleys and dramatic cliffs carved through the Blida Atlas mountains.
Mitidja Plain
The lush, green agricultural heartland surrounding Algiers, dotted with colonial-era towns.
Choose the right side for the most impressive mountain scenery. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the mountain ridges and valleys clearly. Watch for the 'Tiaret Plateau' early in the flight.
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Mascara Vineyards
The fertile plains surrounding Ghriss and Mascara, famous for their historic agricultural heritage.
Dahra Range
The northern coastal mountain range visible in the distance toward the Mediterranean.
Zeralda Coastline
As you descend into Algiers, the western coastline and the turquoise Mediterranean waters come into view.
Roman Ruins Area
Distant views of the Tipaza region, home to ancient ruins along the coast.
Sit on the left for better views of the coastline during the final approach into Algiers. Late afternoon flights provide soft lighting over the sea without the glare of the southern sun.
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Get eSIMs for AlgeriaDistance: 322 km (200 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: MUW (35.207698822021484, 0.14714199304580688)
Arrival: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Route Type: Domestic
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