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NSI → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (Yaounde) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior views of the dramatic Ahaggar mountain range in Algeria and the chance to see the distant peaks of the French Alps during the descent into Paris.
Lake Chad Basin
A glimpse of the vital, receding waters of Lake Chad and the surrounding wetlands near the border of Niger.
Aïr Mountains
Stark, dark volcanic massifs rising sharply from the golden sands of the Nigerien Sahara.
Ahaggar Mountains
Spectacular views of the Hoggar Plateau, featuring dramatic basalt peaks and ancient rock formations in southern Algeria.
Algiers Panorama
A beautiful view of the Algerian capital and the sparkling Mediterranean coastline as the plane leaves Africa.
French Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped summits of the Alps are visible to the east as the flight progresses through French airspace.
Parisian Approach
Often provides a better angle for spotting the Eiffel Tower and the sprawl of Paris if the flight paths from the south align.
The Right Side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while viewing the Sahara. Keep an eye out for the Ahaggar Mountains about halfway through the flight; they are the geological highlight of the trip. During the descent, the eastern view often captures the heart of the Paris basin more effectively.
Cameroon Rainforests
Expansive views of the dense, lush green canopies of the Congo Basin forest shortly after takeoff.
Grand Erg Occidental
Vast, undulating sand dunes of the Algerian Sahara showcasing classic desert patterns.
Balearic Sea
As you cross the Mediterranean, the deep blue waters and occasional views of the Spanish islands appear to the west.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic peaks and green valleys of central France visible during the final leg of the flight.
Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights. The glare can be intense during midday, but the desert light during the 'golden hour' over the Sahara creates stunning long shadows across the dunes.
Distance: 5,108 km (3,174 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 1 min
Departure: NSI (3.722559928894043, 11.553299903869627)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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