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TUN → ALG
Which side of the plane to sit from Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis) to Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a continuous and breathtaking view of the Mediterranean coastline, showcasing the transition from the Gulf of Tunis to the rugged Algerian cliffs and the iconic Algiers bay.
Gulf of Tunis
Immediately after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the blue waters and the ancient site of Carthage.
Annaba Coastline
See the historic port city of Annaba and the 'Green Hill' overlooking the Mediterranean.
Collo Peninsula
Marvel at the dramatic, rocky outcrops where the mountains crash directly into the sea.
Gulf of Béjaïa
Observe the large natural harbor and the distinct 'Monkey Peak' (Pic des Singes) cliffside.
Algiers Bay
The 'White City' (Alger la Blanche) provides a spectacular urban panorama during the final landing approach.
Sit on the right side for morning flights to get the best lighting on the coastal cliffs. To maximize the view of the Algiers waterfront and the Casbah during landing, ensure you are seated ahead of the wing. Keep your camera ready as the plane turns into the bay for the final descent.
Medjerda River Valley
View the winding path of Tunisia's longest river as it carves through fertile agricultural basins.
Tell Atlas Range
Observe the parallel ridges of the Atlas Mountains that define the topography of Northern Algeria.
Djurdjura National Park
Look for the jagged limestone peaks and dense cedar forests of the Kabylia region south of the flight path.
Mitidja Plain
As you descend into Algiers, view the vast agricultural checkerboard of citrus groves and vineyards.
Choose the left side for late afternoon or evening flights to experience the silhouette of the Atlas Mountains against the sunset. During winter, look for snow caps on the higher peaks of the Djurdjura range. It is generally quieter for photography due to less direct sun glare from the south.
Distance: 625 km (388 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Arrival: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Route Type: International
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