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NIM → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Diori Hamani International Airport (Niamey) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Hoggar Mountains in Algeria and the stunning snow-capped French Alps during the European transit.
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Hoggar Mountains
A spectacular view of the dark, volcanic basalt peaks rising from the desert floor.
Tassili n'Ajjer
A prehistoric sandstone plateau featuring unique 'rock forests' and deep canyons.
French Riviera
Distant views of the glamorous Côte d'Azur coastline as you cross the Mediterranean.
French Alps
Panoramic vistas of the high Alps, including Mont Blanc, visible to the east.
Rhône Valley
Follow the winding Rhône River and the urban sprawl of Lyon and its surroundings.
The right side is significantly better for morning flights as the early sun highlights the dramatic shadows of the Saharan mountain ranges. Watch for the Hoggar Mountains roughly 1.5 to 2 hours into the flight. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Mediterranean, as the contrast between the sea and the Alps is breathtaking.
Book Hotels in ParisGreat Western Erg
Observe the vast, rolling orange sand dunes of the western Algerian Sahara.
Mediterranean Horizon
The transition from the arid African coastline to the deep blue Mediterranean Sea.
Massif Central
Fly over the ancient volcanic peaks and green plateaus of south-central France.
Parisian Skyline
Depending on the approach pattern, a chance to spot the Eiffel Tower in the distance during descent.
Choose the left side for spectacular sunset views if taking an afternoon flight. For the best photography of the Sahara's textures, avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun which can wash out desert details. During winter months, this side provides better views of the snow-dusted Massif Central.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 3,951 km (2,455 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 39 min
Departure: NIM (13.4815, 2.18361)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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