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ORY → BSK
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Biskra Airport (Biskra)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the distant French Alps during the initial cruise and a dramatic approach over the rugged Aurès Mountains as you descend into the 'Queen of the Ziban'.
Parisian Panorama
Upon departure from Orly, catch views of the southern Paris suburbs and the winding Seine river snaking toward the city center.
Alpine Horizon
As the flight heads south over central France, the snow-capped peaks of the French Alps are often visible on the distant eastern horizon.
Mediterranean Crossing
Vibrant blue waters and occasional glimpses of the Tyrrhenian Sea or the northern coast of Sardinia depending on the specific air corridor.
Aurès Mountains
The dramatic, jagged ridges of the Aurès range provide a spectacular backdrop during the descent into the Biskra province.
Book a window seat on the left (Port) side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while enjoying the Alpine views. Look out approximately 20-30 minutes after takeoff for the best mountain visibility. During the final 15 minutes of flight, the contrast between the green mountain slopes and the arid desert floor is most striking from this side.
Massif Central
Fly over the ancient volcanic landscapes of Auvergne, featuring unique 'puys' or rounded volcanic hills.
Balearic Views
Depending on the flight path, you may see the distant outlines of Mallorca or Menorca shimmering in the Mediterranean.
Chott el Hodna
As you enter Algerian airspace, look for the vast, shimmering salt flats of the Hodna basin, a critical wetland in an arid region.
Sahara Gateway
The transition from the High Plateaus to the first rolling dunes of the Sahara desert as you approach Biskra from the north-west.
The right (Starboard) side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean and the North African coast. Keep an eye out for the unique 'chotts' (salt lakes) about 20 minutes before landing, which reflect light beautifully during the golden hour.
Distance: 1,573 km (977 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: BSK (34.793300628699996, 5.73823022842)
Route Type: International
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