About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Mohammed V (CMN) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Casablanca to London. Left side wins at both ends of the flight. Over the Atlantic cruise at 35,000 feet there is little to differentiate sides mid-flight, but the left delivers Casablanca's coastline on departure and London's Thames corridor on arrival, making it the clear overall choice.
What can I see during takeoff from Mohammed V in Casablanca?
During takeoff from Mohammed V (CMN), sit on the Left side for the best views. CMN typically departs on runway 35L/35R heading north, so the left (west) side gives you a view back over Casablanca's Atlantic coastline and the city sprawl. You can see the Hassan II Mosque on the waterfront and the broad sweep of the Atlantic before the aircraft turns northwest toward Europe. Notable sights include: Hassan II Mosque on the Casablanca waterfront, Atlantic Ocean coastline, Casablanca urban grid, Bouregreg River estuary near Rabat visible to the north.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Heathrow predominantly uses westerly runway configurations (27L/27R), meaning aircraft approach from the east over London. The left (south) side on approach tracks over the Thames, central London landmarks, and the City before touchdown. Right side sees suburban west London and not much else. Notable sights include: River Thames snaking through central London, City of London skyline including the Gherkin and Shard, Windsor Castle and Windsor Great Park to the southwest, Wembley Stadium arch visible to the north.
How long is the flight from Casablanca to London?
The flight from Mohammed V (CMN) to Heathrow (LHR) takes Approximately 3 hours 20 minutes.
What does the Casablanca to London flight path pass over?
The route tracks northwest over the Atlantic, passing west of Portugal and the Iberian Peninsula. Around the Bay of Biscay crossing, the northern Spanish coast and the Cantabrian Mountains may be faintly visible on the right side in clear conditions. The flight then crosses Brittany in northwestern France before crossing the English Channel into southern England.