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Which side of the plane to sit from Menara Airport (Marrakech) to Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (Berlin)?

Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side offers a spectacular view of the High Atlas Mountains immediately after takeoff, followed by a crossing of the Pyrenees and the diverse landscapes of central Europe.

Right Side Highlights
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High Atlas Mountains

Stunning aerial views of the snow-capped peaks and deep valleys of the Atlas range right after takeoff.

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Strait of Gibraltar

Witness the narrow passage where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean, separating Africa and Europe.

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Spanish Meseta

Look down upon the golden, arid plateaus of central Spain and the city of Madrid located at its heart.

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The Pyrenees

A dramatic crossing over the mountain range that forms the natural border between Spain and France.

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Central Germany

See the patchwork of German farmland, historic towns, and the winding Elbe river during the descent.

The right side is superior for geological diversity. Morning flights are ideal to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Atlas and Pyrenees. Be ready with your camera within the first 15 minutes for the Atlas Mountains and around the halfway point for the Pyrenees.

Left Side Highlights
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Atlantic Coastline

Catch glimpses of the Moroccan coast and the bustling city of Casablanca shortly after departure.

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Portuguese Horizon

On clear days, the western edge of the Iberian Peninsula and the Tagus estuary are visible in the distance.

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Bay of Biscay

Cross the expansive blue waters where the Atlantic meets the rugged western coast of France.

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Greater Paris Area

Depending on the specific airway, the sprawling urban lights or landmarks of the French capital may appear to the north.

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Harz Mountains

Fly over the dense forests and rolling hills of northern Germany as you approach the Berlin region.

Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights. It provides a more oceanic perspective during the first half of the journey. Keep an eye out for the twinkling lights of coastal French cities if flying at night.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,894 km (1,798 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 52 min

Departure: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)

Arrival: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)

Route Type: International

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