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NSI → CMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (Yaounde) to Mohammed V International Airport (Casablanca)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular progression from the dense tropical forests of Cameroon, through the heart of the Sahara's most dramatic rock formations, and finishes with a stunning view of the High Atlas Mountains.
Nsimalen Rainforest
Lush green canopy and winding rivers immediately after takeoff from Yaoundé.
Ahaggar Mountains
Ancient volcanic peaks and high plateaus rising from the central Saharan floor.
Grand Erg Occidental
Immense fields of sand dunes stretching for hundreds of miles across Algeria and Mali.
High Atlas Range
The snow-capped peaks of Morocco, including the majestic Mount Toubkal, the highest in North Africa.
Marrakech Basin
The red-earthed plains surrounding the 'Red City' as the aircraft approaches Casablanca.
The right side is premier for desert enthusiasts. Mid-day flights provide the best lighting for the intricate textures of the Saharan ergs. During the final 45 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the Atlas Mountains, which are most impressive during the winter months when covered in snow.
Gulf of Guinea
Distant views of the West African coastline and the Atlantic horizon during the early stages of flight.
Western Saharan Coast
Where the golden dunes of the Sahara meet the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
Dakhla Peninsula
The unique narrow strip of land and lagoon on the edge of the Western Sahara.
Agadir Shoreline
Panoramic views of the Moroccan coast and the popular beach resort city during descent.
Choose the left side for evening flights to avoid direct glare from the setting sun while enjoying the sunset over the Atlantic. This side is better for seeing the rare 'sea of sand' meeting the ocean near Mauritania.
Distance: 3,849 km (2,392 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 32 min
Departure: NSI (3.722559928894043, 11.553299903869627)
Arrival: CMN (33.36750030517578, -7.589970111846924)
Route Type: International
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