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Which side of the plane to sit from Menara Airport (Marrakech) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?

Our Recommendation
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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.

Right Side Highlights
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High Atlas Mountains

Visible almost immediately after departure, offering views of the snow-capped Toubkal massif in winter.

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Rock of Gibraltar

The iconic limestone monolith marking the gateway between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic.

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Andalusian Plains

A patchwork of olive groves, white-washed villages (Pueblos Blancos), and the winding Guadalquivir River.

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Madrid & Central Spain

Aerial views of the high Spanish plateau (Meseta) and the sprawling outskirts of the capital city.

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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.

Left Side Highlights
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Atlantic Coastline

Panoramic views of the rugged Moroccan coast and the deep blue of the North Atlantic Ocean.

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Portuguese Horizons

Depending on the flight path, the distant coastline of the Algarve and Alentejo regions may be visible.

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Bay of Biscay

A vast expanse of water where you can often spot large cargo ships and tankers navigating toward Northern Europe.

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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.

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Route Information

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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