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Which side of the plane to sit from Rabat-Salé Airport (Rabat) to London Stansted Airport (London)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the historic Rock of Gibraltar, the winding Guadalquivir river in Seville, and the best potential views of the London skyline during the descent into Stansted.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Rabat & Bou Regreg

A stunning aerial view of the Moroccan capital, the ancient Chellah necropolis, and the river valley on takeoff.

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Rock of Gibraltar

One of the world's most iconic geographic landmarks, clearly visible as the flight crosses into European airspace.

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Seville Cityscape

View the winding Guadalquivir river and the sprawling white-and-terracotta architecture of the Andalusian capital.

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Picos de Europa

The jagged limestone peaks of northern Spain's Cantabrian Mountains, often capped with snow in winter.

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London Landmarks

As the flight descends toward STN from the south, you can often spot the O2 Arena, Canary Wharf, and the Thames.

Sit on the right for the 'must-see' view of the Strait of Gibraltar. During the approach to Stansted, look out for the distinctive meanders of the River Thames. Morning flights on this side provide excellent lighting for photography of the Spanish interior without the glare of the sun.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Atlantic Shoreline

Dramatic views of the Moroccan coast and the deep blue Atlantic immediately after departure from Salé.

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Gulf of Cadiz

The expansive waters where the Atlantic meets the southwestern tip of the Iberian Peninsula.

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Extremadura Plains

The unique 'Dehesa' landscape of western Spain, characterized by sprawling oak forests and grasslands.

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Brittany Peninsula

On clear days, the rugged, jagged coastline of western France is visible before crossing the English Channel.

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The Solent

The busy shipping lane between the Isle of Wight and mainland England as the plane enters UK airspace.

The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. It is also the better side for viewing the rural landscapes of western Spain and the dramatic French coastline of Brittany if the flight path tracks slightly westward.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,061 km (1,281 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 45 min

Departure: RBA (34.051497999999995, -6.751519999999999)

Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)

Route Type: International

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