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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior mix of terrestrial diversity, including the Rif Mountains of Morocco, central Spanish plateaus, distant views of the Pyrenees, and the potential to spot the Paris metropolitan area during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Rif Mountains

The rugged, dramatic limestone peaks of northern Morocco visible shortly after takeoff from Rabat.

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Strait of Gibraltar

A distant view of the narrow passage where Africa nearly meets Europe, usually visible to the east.

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Madrid Metropolitan

If the flight path is inland, you may see the sprawling outskirts and skyscrapers of the Spanish capital.

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The Pyrenees

The magnificent snow-capped natural border between Spain and France appearing on the horizon.

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Paris Cityscape

On clear days, the Eiffel Tower and the dense urban core of Paris are visible from a distance.

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Ardennes Foothills

The lush, rolling green hills and dense forests as the plane crosses into Belgian airspace.

For morning flights, the right side will be quite bright; bring sunglasses. This side is ideal for geography enthusiasts as it passes over several major mountain ranges and European capitals. During winter, watch for the stark contrast between the arid Spanish Meseta and the snowy Pyrenees.

Left Side Highlights
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Atlantic Horizon

Expansive views of the North Atlantic Ocean as you depart the Moroccan coast heading north.

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French Silver Coast

The remarkably straight, sandy coastline of the Landes forest region and the Arcachon Bay.

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Bordeaux Vineyards

The geometric patterns of the famous wine-producing estates in the Aquitaine region.

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Loire Valley

The winding curves of the Loire River, occasionally revealing the silhouettes of historic châteaux.

Choose this side if you are flying in the late afternoon to witness a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic. During the approach to Charleroi, look for the industrial heritage sites of the Walloon region, which look particularly striking under low-angle sunlight.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,039 km (1,267 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min

Departure: RBA (34.051497999999995, -6.751519999999999)

Arrival: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)

Route Type: International

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