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RAK → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Menara Airport (Marrakech) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic landmarks, including a potential view of the Rock of Gibraltar and the dramatic peaks of the High Atlas Mountains immediately after takeoff from Marrakech.
High Atlas Mountains
Visible almost immediately after departure, offering views of the snow-capped Toubkal massif in winter.
Rock of Gibraltar
The iconic limestone monolith marking the gateway between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic.
Andalusian Plains
A patchwork of olive groves, white-washed villages (Pueblos Blancos), and the winding Guadalquivir River.
Madrid & Central Spain
Aerial views of the high Spanish plateau (Meseta) and the sprawling outskirts of the capital city.
The Peak District
As the plane turns for its final approach into Manchester, the rolling green hills of the national park are clearly visible.
Sit on the right for the best morning light and to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 45 minutes into the flight for the crossing from Africa to Europe. During landing at MAN, the right side often gets an excellent view of the airport's famous 'Aviation Viewing Park' and the terminal infrastructure.
Atlantic Coastline
Panoramic views of the rugged Moroccan coast and the deep blue of the North Atlantic Ocean.
Portuguese Horizons
Depending on the flight path, the distant coastline of the Algarve and Alentejo regions may be visible.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of water where you can often spot large cargo ships and tankers navigating toward Northern Europe.
Snowdonia National Park
During the final descent over the Irish Sea, the peaks of North Wales provide a stunning entrance to the UK.
Choose the left side for spectacular sunset views if you are on a late afternoon flight heading north. It is also the better side for viewing the western coastline of the Iberian Peninsula if the pilot takes a more westerly route to avoid Spanish congestion.
Distance: 2,462 km (1,530 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 17 min
Departure: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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