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TUN → OUA
Which side of the plane to sit from Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis) to Ouagadougou Airport (Ouagadougou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic volcanic Hoggar Mountains and the unique rock formations of Tassili n'Ajjer, providing a more diverse visual experience than the endless sand dunes on the right.
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Gulf of Tunis
Immediate views of the Mediterranean coastline and the historic site of Carthage upon departure.
Hoggar Mountains
The spectacular dark volcanic peaks of southern Algeria, including Mount Tahat, rising sharply from the desert floor.
Tassili n'Ajjer
A vast plateau featuring a 'stone forest' of eroded sandstone and deep canyons, visible in eastern Algeria.
Tenere Desert
The transition into the hyper-arid plains of Niger, known for its stark and mesmerizing emptiness.
Sahelian Transition
The visual shift from barren Sahara to the sparse acacia trees and scrublands of northern Burkina Faso.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic geology. This side is best during afternoon flights to avoid the direct morning sun glare over the desert. Keep your eyes peeled about 2.5 hours into the flight for the volcanic massifs of southern Algeria, which are the geographic highlight of the trip.
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Chott el Djerid
The massive shimmering salt flats of southern Tunisia, reflecting light like an inland sea.
Grand Erg Oriental
An endless sea of orange longitudinal sand dunes stretching across the Algerian Sahara.
Hassi Messaoud
The industrial geometry of Algeria's largest oil field, often visible by gas flares and circular irrigation patterns.
Tademait Plateau
A vast, blackened limestone plateau that provides a stark contrast to the surrounding sand ergs.
Ouagadougou Approach
Aerial view of the red-earthed urban layout of the Burkinabe capital and the Bangr Weogo Park during descent.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in the 'classic' Saharan sand dune patterns (Ergs). If you are flying in the late afternoon, this side offers stunning sunset views over the vast desert horizon. Watch for the 'Circle of a Thousand Domes' near El Oued shortly after crossing the Algerian border.
Book Hotels in OuagadougouDistance: 2,965 km (1,842 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 57 min
Departure: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Arrival: OUA (12.3532, -1.51242)
Route Type: International
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