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ROB → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Roberts International Airport (Monrovia) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the varied Saharan topography, the Algerian Atlas range, and the lush approach into the heart of Europe.
Guinean Highlands
Lush, mountainous terrain of the Fouta Djallon region near the start of the journey.
Tanezrouft Region
Known as the 'Land of Thirst,' offering stark, Mars-like rock formations in the Sahara.
Saharan Atlas
The northern edge of the desert where arid plains meet the first ridges of the Atlas mountains.
Mediterranean Coast
Views of the Spanish coastline near Valencia or Barcelona depending on the specific airway.
Ardennes Forest
The dense green canopy of Southern Belgium during the descent into Brussels.
This side is optimal for daytime Saharan photography as the sun's position typically provides excellent contrast for the desert's geological features. On the final approach to BRU, look for the Meuse river valley and the outskirts of Liege.
Atlantic Coastline
Glances of the Sierra Leonean and Guinean coastlines shortly after departure from Monrovia.
Grand Erg Occidental
The massive 'sea of sand' in the Algerian Sahara featuring intricate dune patterns.
The Pyrenees
Aerial views of the rugged mountain border between Spain and France.
Loire Valley
The 'Garden of France' visible with its winding rivers and historical estates.
Choose this side for sunset views over the Atlantic if you are on a late afternoon flight. During the night, the lights of Paris are often visible to the far left when navigating the French corridor toward Belgium.
Distance: 5,154 km (3,203 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 4 min
Departure: ROB (6.23379, -10.3623)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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