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ORY → RBA
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Rabat-Salé Airport (Rabat)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of the French Atlantic coastline, the dramatic Basque mountain ranges, and a beautiful approach along the Moroccan shoreline.
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Versailles Gardens
The intricate geometric patterns of the Palace of Versailles gardens are often visible right after takeoff from Orly.
Biscay Coastline
The dramatic point where the Pyrenees meet the Atlantic Ocean near Biarritz and San Sebastián.
Picos de Europa
Striking limestone massifs visible in the distance across Northern Spain.
Moroccan Atlantic Coast
Clear views of the blue Atlantic, sandy beaches, and coastal towns like Kenitra just before landing at Rabat-Salé.
This is the 'sunset side' for late afternoon flights. The descent into RBA often follows the coastline, making this side perfect for photographing the ocean meeting the desert sands. Ensure your window is clean for the Versailles view early on.
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Loire Valley Chateaus
Aerial views of the 'Garden of France' and its historic Renaissance castles shortly after leaving Paris.
Central Pyrenees
Jagged, snow-capped peaks and deep glacial valleys marking the border between France and Spain.
Madrid & Guadarrama
A distant view of the Spanish capital and the surrounding mountain ranges of central Iberia.
Rif Mountains
The rugged, green mountain terrain of Northern Morocco as the plane begins its initial descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It is the best side for viewing the dense mountain ranges of the Spanish interior and the Rif.
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Get eSIMs for MoroccoDistance: 1,797 km (1,117 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: RBA (34.051497999999995, -6.751519999999999)
Route Type: International
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