During departure, passengers on the right side typically see the expansive city of Oran and the stunning coastline of the Mediterranean Sea.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Mediterranean islands and the majestic French Alps as you approach Lyon.
The left side is the premium choice for this route as it provides a direct view of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains and the sprawling, geometric olive plantations of the Andalusian interior.
The right side offers a more dramatic geographic transition, featuring the rugged Atlas Mountains, the vast Saharan sand seas, and a better angle for spotting the Giza Pyramids and the volcanic landscapes of the Hejaz.
The right side offers a superior geographic experience, showcasing the diverse landscapes of the Maghreb, including the rugged Tell Atlas mountain range, major coastal cities like Algiers and Annaba, and the fertile inland valleys of Tunisia.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Algerian coastline, the Ionian and Aegean islands, and the iconic approach into Istanbul over the Sea of Marmara and the Bosphorus.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Spanish Mediterranean coast and is the prime choice for viewing the Paris cityscape, including the Eiffel Tower, during the standard approach into CDG.
The left side offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean coastline, ancient archaeological sites, and the iconic white architecture of Algiers cascading toward the sea upon arrival.
The left side provides a superior sequence of views starting with the coastal urban sprawl of Oran, followed by the rugged Saharan Atlas mountain ranges and the early morning sun reflecting off the vast desert horizons.
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Tell Atlas mountain range and the transition into the High Plateaus, concluding with a dramatic approach over the rocky canyons near Constantine.
While both sides offer stunning Mediterranean vistas, the Right Side provides a far superior approach into Marseille, featuring the dramatic limestone cliffs of the Calanques and a panoramic view of the city's historic harbor.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Tlemcen mountains, the striking Moroccan borderlands, and the first dramatic glimpses of the Grand Erg Occidental's orange sand dunes as you approach BΓ©char.
The left side offers a continuous panorama of the turquoise Mediterranean coastline, providing bird's-eye views of Algeria's major port cities and the dramatic meeting of the Tell Atlas mountains with the sea.