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NDJ ā CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from N'Djamena International Airport (N'djamena) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of Lake Chad immediately after takeoff, the vastness of the Western Sahara dunes, and a beautiful approach over the Loire Valley chateaux before landing in Paris.
Lake Chad
Visible shortly after takeoff from NDJ, offering a look at the shrinking shoreline and intricate wetlands.
Grand Erg Occidental
A massive sea of sand dunes in the Algerian Sahara showing stunning orange patterns from above.
Tell Atlas Mountains
The rugged northern range of the Atlas mountains where the desert meets the Mediterranean greenery.
Balearic Sea
Expansive views of the Mediterranean with potential sightings of the Spanish coastline on clear days.
Loire Valley
During the descent into CDG, look for the winding Loire river and historic French estates.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind you or to the side, illuminating the Sahara dunes. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of flight for Lake Chad, which is the most significant landmark near the departure point.
AĆÆr Mountains
Ancient volcanic peaks in northern Niger that contrast sharply against the surrounding desert sand.
Ahaggar Massif
Dramatic high-altitude plateaus and rock forests in southern Algeria, visible in the mid-section of the flight.
Bay of Algiers
A view of the Algerian capital and its white buildings as the plane exits the African continent.
Corsica & Sardinia
On clear days, the rugged silhouettes of these Mediterranean islands can be spotted to the east.
Burgundy Vineyards
Neatly striped patterns of world-famous vineyards as you fly over central-eastern France.
The right side is superior for seeing the dramatic volcanic geology of Niger and Algeria. If taking a morning flight, the lighting on the AĆÆr mountains is exceptional. Also, keep an eye on the far horizon over France for distant glimpses of the snow-capped Alps.
Distance: 4,259 km (2,646 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 1 min
Departure: NDJ (12.1337, 15.034)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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