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

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior mix of diverse coastal and mountain views, culminating in the spectacular approach toward the High Atlas Mountains near Marrakech.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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English Channel

Excellent views of the Isle of Wight and the southern coastline of England during the initial climb.

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Brittany Coast

Observe the rugged Atlantic coastline of France and the numerous islands of the Armorica region.

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Picos de Europa

Spectacular views of the jagged, snow-capped limestone peaks in Northern Spain.

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Strait of Gibraltar

A perfect view of the narrow passage where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea.

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High Atlas Mountains

Breathtaking scenery of the snow-peaked Atlas range as the plane turns for its final descent into Marrakech.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness a sunset over the Atlantic. During the descent into RAK, this side provides the most direct and dramatic views of the High Atlas Mountains. Use a polarized filter for photos to cut through the haze over the Bay of Biscay.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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London Skyline

Catch a glimpse of the London skyline and the Thames Estuary as the flight climbs south from Essex.

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Bordeaux Vineyards

Fly over the geometric patterns of the famous French vineyards in the Aquitaine region.

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Madrid & Central Spain

View the high-altitude plateau of the Meseta Central and the urban sprawl of the Spanish capital.

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The Rock of Gibraltar

The premier vantage point for seeing the iconic limestone monolith as you transition from Europe to Africa.

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Tangier Coast

See the northern tip of Morocco and the bustling port city of Tangier as you cross the strait.

Choose this side to see the Rock of Gibraltar. On morning flights from London, the sun remains on the left side for much of the journey, so keep your window blind down periodically to avoid cabin heat while still catching the landmarks.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,353 km (1,462 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 8 min

Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)

Arrival: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)

Route Type: International

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