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TUN → BKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis) to Modibo Keita International Airport (Bamako)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning progression from the turquoise Mediterranean through the rugged Saharan massifs, culminating in the best views of the Niger River's lush corridor near the destination.
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Gulf of Tunis
Aerial views of the Carthage coastline and the Sidi Bou Said cliffs immediately after departure.
Grand Erg Oriental
The eastern edges of Algeria's massive sand sea, featuring longitudinal dunes that create rhythmic patterns.
Adrar des Ifoghas
A rugged crystalline massif in northeastern Mali, standing out against the surrounding flat desert plains.
The Niger River
The lifeblood of Mali comes into view during the descent, appearing as a winding blue ribbon against the Sahelian scrub.
Bamako Skyline
Views of the sprawling city and the King Fahd Bridge as the aircraft banks for final approach.
Choose the left side for morning departures (around 07:00-10:00) to capture long shadows on the desert dunes, which highlights their texture. This side also avoids the direct, harsh glare of the afternoon sun during the southward transit across the Sahara. Keep an eye out for the transition from orange sand to the greenish-grey Sahelian landscape about 45 minutes before landing.
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Atlas Mountains
The southern ridges of the Saharan Atlas range visible during the first hour of flight.
Chott el Djerid
The largest salt pan in the Sahara, appearing as a shimmering white and purple expanse in southern Tunisia.
Grand Erg Occidental
Expansive views of the western sand sea's star-shaped dunes in central Algeria.
The Tanezrouft
Known as the 'Land of Terror,' this region offers mesmerizingly desolate, flat, and dark rocky landscapes.
Upper Niger Basin
Views of the diverse agricultural plots and small villages lining the riverbanks west of the city.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to watch the sun set over the vast Saharan horizon. It provides a better angle for viewing the Chott el Djerid salt flats early in the journey. During the harmattan season (December to March), visibility can be reduced by dust; sitting on the right side sometimes offers slightly clearer views of the ground as the aircraft descends into the Bamako basin away from the rising sun's glare.
Book Hotels in BamakoDistance: 3,255 km (2,023 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 50 min
Departure: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Arrival: BKO (12.5335, -7.94994)
Route Type: International
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