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ORN → CBH
Which side of the plane to sit from Es Senia Airport (Oran) to Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport (Béchar)?
Right Side of the Plane
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 Béchar.
Santa Cruz & Oran Coast
A stunning view of the Oran coastline, the harbor, and the historic Fort of Santa Cruz if the flight path banks west after departure.
Tlemcen Mountains
Rugged, limestone ridges and deep valleys near the Tlemcen National Park, representing the last major green peaks before the desert.
Moroccan Borderlands
The flight path tracks closely to the border, offering views of the distinct geography where Algerian plateaus meet Moroccan peaks.
Grand Erg Occidental
As you descend toward Béchar, witness the spectacular edge of the 'Great Western Sand Sea' with its towering orange dunes.
Saoura Valley Oases
Glimpses of green palm groves cutting through the rocky desert landscape as the plane aligns for its final approach.
For afternoon flights, the right side provides a front-row seat to the Saharan sunset. Choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine heat haze while photographing the intricate patterns of the sand dunes near Béchar.
Sebkha d'Oran
A massive, shimmering salt lake just south of Oran, providing a stark white contrast to the surrounding landscape shortly after takeoff.
Djebel Amour Peaks
Distant views of the eastern Saharan Atlas range, showcasing the transition from Mediterranean vegetation to arid mountain steppe.
High Plateaus
Vast, flat expanses of the Hautes Plaines region, characterized by unique geological formations and seasonal salt pans.
Naâma Townships
Aerial views of isolated high-altitude settlements that serve as gateways to the deep Sahara.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to witness the sunrise illuminating the Atlas foothills. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from ORN to capture the scale of the Sebkha salt flats.
Distance: 468 km (291 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: ORN (35.6239013672, -0.6211829781529999)
Arrival: CBH (31.64570045471191, -2.269860029220581)
Route Type: Domestic
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