Loading map...
RAK → CIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Menara Airport (Marrakech) to Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Atlas Mountains immediately after takeoff, followed by the snow-capped Sierra Nevada in Spain and a stunning aerial perspective of the Balearic Islands.
Search flights from RAK to CIA
High Atlas Mountains
Spectacular views of North Africa's highest peaks, including Mount Toubkal, visible immediately after takeoff from Marrakech.
Sierra Nevada (Spain)
The massive snow-capped peaks of southern Spain, including Mulhacén, the highest point in continental Spain.
Balearic Islands
Clear views of Mallorca and Ibiza’s turquoise bays as the flight path cuts across the Mediterranean.
Sardinian Coastline
The northern 'Emerald Coast' of Sardinia with its crystal-clear waters and rocky inlets.
Tyrrhenian Sea Islands
Small volcanic outcrops and the Pontine Islands visible just before the descent into the Lazio region.
The right side is unbeatable for the first 20 minutes of the flight; keep your camera ready for the Atlas Mountains. For morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so high-quality sunglasses are recommended. Look for the distinct shape of Mallorca's Tramuntana mountains mid-flight.
Book Hotels in RomeMoroccan Atlantic Coast
Panoramic views of the rugged coastline stretching towards Casablanca and Rabat shortly after departure.
The Rif Mountains
The northernmost mountain range of Morocco, featuring limestone peaks and green valleys before crossing the Mediterranean.
Cliffs of Bonifacio
Dramatic white limestone cliffs on the southern tip of Corsica as the flight crosses the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Rome City Center
On the final approach to CIA, the left side often captures the Colosseum and the Vatican in the distance.
Costa del Sol
Excellent views of the Spanish coastline and the port city of Malaga during the Mediterranean crossing.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also generally better for spotting the dense urban sprawl of Rome and historical landmarks like the Tiber River during the descent into Ciampino.
Get eSIMs for Morocco
Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 2,152 km (1,337 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Arrival: CIA (41.7994, 12.5949)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.