While takeoff favors the right for Casablanca's coastal views, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic scenery with the Senegal River delta and Cap-Vert peninsula. The left side also captures more of the flight's geographic transition from Atlantic coast to Sahel interior.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Atlantic coastline of Morocco and Mauritania, passing over the Western Sahara coastal plain and the Banc d'Arguin region. You'll see the transition from Moroccan agricultural plains to increasingly arid Mauritanian terrain, with the coastline remaining visible to the west throughout much of the flight. The Senegal River valley becomes visible approximately 45 minutes before landing, marking the approach to Dakar.
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Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Anfa (CAS) to Leopold Sedar Senghor International (DKR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Casablanca to Dakar. While takeoff favors the right for Casablanca's coastal views, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic scenery with the Senegal River delta and Cap-Vert peninsula. The left side also captures more of the flight's geographic transition from Atlantic coast to Sahel interior.
What can I see during takeoff from Anfa in Casablanca?
During takeoff from Anfa (CAS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Atlantic coastline and Casablanca's urban sprawl as you climb southwest. The city's white medina and port facilities are distinctive from altitude, and you'll see the coast curve southward toward El Jadida. Notable sights include: Casablanca medina and port district, Atlantic coastline trending south, El Jadida coastal town (visible ~80km south), Draa River valley inland to the southeast.
What can I see when landing at Leopold Sedar Senghor International in Dakar?
When landing at Leopold Sedar Senghor International (DKR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Senegal River delta and Dakar's peninsula as you descend. The river's distinctive braided channels and the city's position on the Cap-Vert peninsula are striking from altitude, and you'll see the transition from Sahel savanna to coastal terrain. Notable sights include: Senegal River delta with braided channels, Cap-Vert peninsula and Dakar city, Île de Gorée (small island west of peninsula), Sahel grassland and savanna inland.
How long is the flight from Casablanca to Dakar?
The flight from Anfa (CAS) to Leopold Sedar Senghor International (DKR) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Casablanca to Dakar flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic coastline of Morocco and Mauritania, passing over the Western Sahara coastal plain and the Banc d'Arguin region. You'll see the transition from Moroccan agricultural plains to increasingly arid Mauritanian terrain, with the coastline remaining visible to the west throughout much of the flight. The Senegal River valley becomes visible approximately 45 minutes before landing, marking the approach to Dakar.