Algier to Paris is 833 miles (1,340 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Right side captures the most dramatic geography: the Mediterranean departure, the Atlas Mountains, and then the transition over southern France. While left wins on landing, the takeoff views are more geographically distinctive and memorable.
Flight Path
The flight crosses the Mediterranean for roughly 45 minutes, passing over open water with no major landmarks. Upon reaching southern France (around 1 hour into flight), you'll cross the Provence coastline near Marseille, then follow the Rhône Valley northward. The Massif Central appears as distant highlands to the east around the 1.5-hour mark. The Loire Valley and its characteristic wide, meandering river become visible in the final 30 minutes of flight as you approach the Paris basin.
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Takeoff from ALG
RIGHTRight side seats capture the Mediterranean coast and the Atlas Mountains as you climb out. Algiers typically departs eastbound (runways 05/23), so right-side windows face north toward the sea and the coastal terrain that defines the departure corridor.
Landing at ORY
LEFTLeft side provides the best approach views into Orly. Standard arrivals from the south typically use runways 26L/26R, meaning you descend over the Seine valley and approach from the southwest. Left-side seats face the Île-de-France landscape, the Seine meanders, and suburban Paris approaching the airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Houari Boumediene (ALG) to Orly (ORY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Algier to Paris. Right side captures the most dramatic geography: the Mediterranean departure, the Atlas Mountains, and then the transition over southern France. While left wins on landing, the takeoff views are more geographically distinctive and memorable.
What can I see during takeoff from Houari Boumediene in Algier?
During takeoff from Houari Boumediene (ALG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side seats capture the Mediterranean coast and the Atlas Mountains as you climb out. Algiers typically departs eastbound (runways 05/23), so right-side windows face north toward the sea and the coastal terrain that defines the departure corridor. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea (immediate north), Tell Atlas mountain range (south/southeast, receding), Algiers harbor and port facilities (below during initial climb), Bay of Algiers coastline.
What can I see when landing at Orly in Paris?
When landing at Orly (ORY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides the best approach views into Orly. Standard arrivals from the south typically use runways 26L/26R, meaning you descend over the Seine valley and approach from the southwest. Left-side seats face the Île-de-France landscape, the Seine meanders, and suburban Paris approaching the airport. Notable sights include: Seine River (distinctive meanders visible throughout descent), Fontainebleau Forest (south/southwest, receding), Suburban Paris sprawl and ring roads (Périphérique), Orly airport runways and taxiways.
How long is the flight from Algier to Paris?
The flight from Houari Boumediene (ALG) to Orly (ORY) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 833 miles (1,340 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Algier to Paris flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Mediterranean for roughly 45 minutes, passing over open water with no major landmarks. Upon reaching southern France (around 1 hour into flight), you'll cross the Provence coastline near Marseille, then follow the Rhône Valley northward. The Massif Central appears as distant highlands to the east around the 1.5-hour mark. The Loire Valley and its characteristic wide, meandering river become visible in the final 30 minutes of flight as you approach the Paris basin.