Right side captures the most dramatic scenery: Lagos Lagoon and coastline on departure, then the Atlantic coast and Casablanca's urban-coastal interface on arrival. The flight path itself follows the Atlantic coastline northwestward, making the right side consistently favorable.
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Flight Path
Lagos to Casablanca is 1,979 miles (3,184 km), a flight of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
The flight tracks northwest over the Atlantic Ocean and coastal regions of West Africa. Notable features along the route include the Benin-Togo coastline (far below, rarely visible at cruise altitude), the Gulf of Guinea waters, and the transition from tropical West African coast to the drier Moroccan littoral. At cruise altitude (around 35,000 feet), individual landmarks become difficult to distinguish, but the curvature of the African coastline and the Atlantic's expanse dominate the view. As you approach Morocco, the Anti-Atlas Mountains begin to appear on the horizon roughly 80 miles southeast of Casablanca.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LOS
RIGHTRight side captures Lagos Lagoon and the Atlantic coastline as you climb northwestward. You'll see the lagoon's intricate waterways and barrier islands clearly during the initial climb-out.
Landing at CMN
LEFTLeft side offers views of the Atlantic coast approaching Casablanca and the distinctive Casablanca-Settat plains. You'll see the coastline and urban sprawl of Casablanca as you descend toward Mohammed V Airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) to Mohammed V (CMN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Lagos to Casablanca. Right side captures the most dramatic scenery: Lagos Lagoon and coastline on departure, then the Atlantic coast and Casablanca's urban-coastal interface on arrival. The flight path itself follows the Atlantic coastline northwestward, making the right side consistently favorable.
What can I see during takeoff from Lagos Murtala Muhammed in Lagos?
During takeoff from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures Lagos Lagoon and the Atlantic coastline as you climb northwestward. You'll see the lagoon's intricate waterways and barrier islands clearly during the initial climb-out. Notable sights include: Lagos Lagoon, Atlantic Ocean coastline, Lekki Peninsula, Lagos urban sprawl.
What can I see when landing at Mohammed V in Casablanca?
When landing at Mohammed V (CMN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Atlantic coast approaching Casablanca and the distinctive Casablanca-Settat plains. You'll see the coastline and urban sprawl of Casablanca as you descend toward Mohammed V Airport. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean coastline, Casablanca urban area, Settat plains, Anti-Atlas foothills (distant).
How long is the flight from Lagos to Casablanca?
The flight from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) to Mohammed V (CMN) takes about 4 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,979 miles (3,184 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Lagos to Casablanca flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northwest over the Atlantic Ocean and coastal regions of West Africa. Notable features along the route include the Benin-Togo coastline (far below, rarely visible at cruise altitude), the Gulf of Guinea waters, and the transition from tropical West African coast to the drier Moroccan littoral. At cruise altitude (around 35,000 feet), individual landmarks become difficult to distinguish, but the curvature of the African coastline and the Atlantic's expanse dominate the view. As you approach Morocco, the Anti-Atlas Mountains begin to appear on the horizon roughly 80 miles southeast of Casablanca.