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Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport (Monastir)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery, featuring the volcanic topography of the Massif Central and the rugged, mountainous interior of Corsica, followed by a beautiful coastal approach into Monastir.
Massif Central
Overhead views of France's ancient volcanic region and the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park.
Corsica Mountains
The dramatic jagged peaks and granite ridges of the northern and central Corsican highlands.
Gulf of Saint-Florent
A glimpse of the turquoise bays and white sand beaches of northern Corsica as you cross the island.
Sousse Medina
The historic walls and ribat of Sousse become visible as the plane descends along the Tunisian coast.
Tunisian Sahel
The long stretch of golden sandy beaches and luxury resorts between Sousse and Monastir.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunlight illuminating the Corsican peaks. Keep your camera ready about 60-70 minutes into the flight for the best mountain views. In winter, these peaks are often snow-capped, providing a stark contrast to the blue Mediterranean.
Atlantic Coastline
The transition from the French mainland to the diverse coastal landscapes near the Marais Poitevin.
Distant Pyrenees
On very clear days, the jagged, snow-capped horizon of the Pyrenees mountain range to the far south.
Western Sardinia
The rocky coastlines and hidden coves of the western side of the Italian island of Sardinia.
Gulf of Hammamet
The wide, curving blue bay of Hammamet as the flight enters Tunisian airspace from the north.
Sebkha Monastir
The striking colors and geometric shapes of the salt pans located just south of the airport runway.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun during the Mediterranean crossing. Watch for the salt pans (Sebkha) during the final approach, as they offer unique geometric patterns and vibrant hues for photography.
Distance: 1,629 km (1,012 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Arrival: MIR (35.75809860229492, 10.75469970703125)
Route Type: International
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