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NIM → CMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Diori Hamani International Airport (Niamey) to Mohammed V International Airport (Casablanca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the majestic Atlas Mountain ranges and the lush greenery of the Niger River basin immediately after takeoff, providing a stark contrast to the vast Sahara.
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Niger River Basin
Aerial perspective of the lifeblood of the Sahel region shortly after departure from Niamey.
Central Saharan Erg
Expansive views of the golden sand dunes of Mali and the Mauritanian interior.
High Atlas Peaks
Breathtaking views of Morocco's highest mountain ranges, including Jebel Toubkal in the distance.
Moroccan Plateaus
Transition from desert to the fertile, terraced agricultural lands as you approach Casablanca.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to capture the dramatic shift from the Sahelian plains to the Atlas Mountains. On morning flights, the lighting on the left side is softer, revealing the intricate textures of the desert dunes without harsh glare.
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The stark, rocky landscapes of northern Mauritania and the Western Sahara border.
Atlantic Coastline
Where the Sahara meets the sea, visible as the flight path aligns with the Moroccan coast.
Agadir Bay
View of the major coastal city and the southern foothills of the Anti-Atlas range.
Atlantic Horizon
Infinite ocean views and potential sunsets over the water on late-afternoon departures.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. Keep an eye out for the 'Richat Structure' (Eye of the Sahara) slightly to the east/right depending on the specific airway used that day.
Book Hotels in CasablancaDistance: 2,422 km (1,505 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 14 min
Departure: NIM (13.4815, 2.18361)
Arrival: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)
Route Type: International
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