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TNG → MRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Ibn Batouta Airport (Tanger) to Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the stunning Spanish Mediterranean coastline, the dramatic Sierra Nevada mountains, and a panoramic view of Barcelona before crossing the Pyrenees into France.
Tangier Kasbah
Aerial view of the historic white-walled Medina and the port of Tangier during initial climb.
Tarifa and the Strait
The southernmost tip of Europe and the narrow bottleneck where two continents nearly touch.
Sierra Nevada Peaks
The highest mountains in mainland Spain, often featuring snow-capped summits including Mulhacén.
Spanish Mediterranean Coast
Successive views of major cities including Malaga, Valencia, and the iconic grid of Barcelona.
Eastern Pyrenees
Rugged mountain terrain as the flight crosses the border from Spain into France.
The Camargue
The vast wetlands, salt pans, and lagoons of the Rhône delta during the descent into Marseille.
For the most vibrant colors, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you while viewing the Spanish coast. If flying in winter, the Sierra Nevada mountains provide a spectacular contrast against the blue sea. Be ready with your camera about 45 minutes into the flight for the best views of the Spanish urban centers.
Rock of Gibraltar
A clear view of the legendary monolith and the surrounding bay shortly after takeoff.
Alboran Sea
Deep azure waters of the westernmost Mediterranean, often busy with international shipping traffic.
Balearic Islands
Distances views of Ibiza and Mallorca shimmering on the horizon during the mid-flight cruise.
Marseille Coastline
The rugged limestone cliffs and the Frioul archipelago just before touchdown.
The right side is perfect for capturing the sunrise over the Mediterranean on early departures. It also offers the iconic 'Rock' view within the first 10 minutes. During the final approach to MRS, look for the Château d'If, the famous island fortress made known by the Count of Monte Cristo.
Distance: 1,281 km (796 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: TNG (35.726898193400004, -5.916890144349999)
Arrival: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Route Type: International
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