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RAK → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Menara Airport (Marrakech) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery, featuring the towering peaks of the High Atlas Mountains immediately after takeoff and a clear view of the Sahara's edge as it meets the Atlantic.
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High Atlas Mountains
Breathtaking views of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, often capped with snow.
Anti-Atlas Range
Rugged, arid mountain formations with striking deep red and purple volcanic hues.
Souss Valley
Lush green agricultural plains contrasting with the desert, famous for endemic Argan forests.
Fuerteventura
The golden sand dunes of the Jandia Peninsula visible as you cross the Atlantic toward Gran Canaria.
For the most spectacular experience, book an early morning flight. The morning sun illuminates the snow on the Atlas Mountains, creating a sharp contrast against the red earth. Keep your window shade up for the first 15 minutes of flight to catch the mountain ascent.
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Marrakech Cityscape
A bird's-eye view of the 'Red City,' including the historic Medina and the Koutoubia Mosque.
Agadir Bay
The modern coastal city and its white buildings lining a vast, crescent-shaped Atlantic beach.
Atlantic Ocean
A deep blue expanse where you can often spot the white crests of waves against the Moroccan shelf.
Las Palmas
Views of the bustling capital of Gran Canaria and its major shipping port during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for coastal lovers. As the plane turns southwest, you will follow the Moroccan coastline for a significant portion of the trip. During the descent into LPA, the right side often offers a great view of the northern cliffs of Gran Canaria.
Book Hotels in Gran CanariaDistance: 818 km (508 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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