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Which side of the plane to sit from Port Bouet Airport (Abidjan) to Ouagadougou Airport (Ouagadougou)?

Our Recommendation
7.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior perspective of the Abidjan lagoon system and the Plateau skyline during departure, followed by better views of the Comoé region and the urban reservoirs upon arrival in Ouagadougou.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Abidjan Skyline

Spectacular views of the Plateau district skyscrapers and the bustling Port of Abidjan during climb-out.

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Lake Kossou

Views of the massive hydroelectric reservoir on the Bandama River often visible during the mid-flight phase.

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Comoé Buffer Zone

The eastern flight corridor overlooks the fringes of the Comoé National Park's diverse ecosystems.

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Ouagadougou Dams

The series of urban reservoirs (Barrages) that characterize the heart of the Burkinabe capital during descent.

The right side is ideal for capturing the contrast between the Atlantic coast and the landlocked Sahel. Aim for a window seat away from the wing to photograph the red-earth landscapes of Burkina Faso as you approach OUA.

Left Side Highlights
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Ébrié Lagoon

Aerial view of the complex water network surrounding Abidjan immediately after takeoff.

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Yamoussoukro Distance

Potential distant view of the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace if the flight path tracks slightly west.

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Rainforest Canopy

Dense, vibrant green tropical forests of central Ivory Coast stretching to the horizon.

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Vegetation Shift

A clear visual transition as the humid forest gives way to the drier Guinea savanna.

Sit toward the front to avoid wing obstruction when looking for the Yamoussoukro landmark. During the Harmattan season (December-February), visibility may be significantly reduced by dust, so morning flights are preferable.

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Route Information

Distance: 832 km (517 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min

Departure: ABJ (5.261390209197998, -3.9262900352478023)

Arrival: OUA (12.3532, -1.51242)

Route Type: International

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