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Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to Menara Airport (Marrakech)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

Offers superior views of the Spanish interior, the narrow crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar, and the most dramatic perspectives of the Atlas Mountains during the final approach into Marrakech.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
🌊

Bay of Biscay

The initial crossing from France toward Spain, offering deep blue ocean views and the receding French coastline.

🏔️

Picos de Europa

Breathtaking views of the limestone peaks and rugged terrain of the Cantabrian Mountains in northern Spain.

🏙️

Madrid & Central Spain

Vast panoramas of the Spanish plateau and, depending on the specific flight path, the distant urban sprawl of the capital.

🚢

Strait of Gibraltar

The iconic maritime gateway where the European and African continents are separated by only 14 kilometers of water.

⛰️

Rif Mountains

The first mountain range of Africa, featuring rugged, verdant peaks in northern Morocco.

🏔️

High Atlas Mountains

Spectacular views of snow-capped peaks (in winter/spring) as the plane prepares for its descent into Marrakech.

Book an early morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Spanish landscapes and the Atlas range perfectly. On the descent, look for the 'Oukaimeden' ski resort area. The transition from the green of northern Spain to the red hues of Morocco is most visible here.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Cantabrian Coastline

Dramatic cliffs and beaches of the Spanish northern coast as the aircraft enters Spanish airspace.

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Extremadura Dehesas

The unique Mediterranean oak forests and agricultural patterns of western Spain near the Portuguese border.

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Atlantic Coastline

Stunning views of the Moroccan coast, including potential sightings of Rabat and Casablanca from a distance.

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Marrakech Cityscape

The red-walled city and the historic medina become visible as the plane banks for its final approach.

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La Palmeraie

The vast palm grove on the outskirts of Marrakech, providing a lush green contrast to the desert landscape.

Excellent for late afternoon or evening flights to catch a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. This side provides a broader view of the city of Marrakech itself during the final turn toward the runway. Keep an eye out for the Atlantic horizon as you parallel the Portuguese coast.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,813 km (1,127 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min

Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)

Arrival: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)

Route Type: International

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