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ABV → ADD
Which side of the plane to sit from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the dramatic Blue Nile Gorge and the rugged peaks of the northern Ethiopian Highlands, along with iconic Nigerian landmarks shortly after takeoff.
Zuma Rock
Visible shortly after departure from Abuja, this massive natural monolith is an iconic Nigerian landmark.
Jebel Marra
An extinct volcanic range in Sudan featuring dramatic calderas and rugged desert terrain.
The White Nile
Watch as the historic river winds through the arid landscapes of South Sudan and Sudan.
Blue Nile Gorge
Deep, dramatic canyons carved into the Ethiopian plateau, often called the Grand Canyon of Africa.
Northern Highlands
The jagged peaks and high plateaus of the Amhara region as the flight approaches Addis Ababa.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to ensure the sun is behind the aircraft, providing optimal lighting for the Nile and the Ethiopian plateaus. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes after takeoff for Zuma Rock. On descent into ADD, look for the sharp drop-offs of the Entoto Hills.
Adamawa Plateau
The transition from Nigerian plains to the volcanic mountains on the Cameroon border.
The Sudd Wetlands
One of the world's largest freshwater wetlands in South Sudan, appearing as a vast green mosaic from above.
Ubangi River Basin
The northern reaches of the Congo River system's lush, forested tributaries.
Great Rift Valley
The massive geological trench that defines the landscape of East Africa, visible during the final descent.
Addis Ababa Skyline
Wide views of the sprawling capital city nested in the mountains during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for seeing the lush, green expanse of the Sudd wetlands mid-flight. Be aware that afternoon flights may experience significant glare on this side. During the rainy season (June to September), these views may be obscured by heavy cloud cover over Central Africa.
Distance: 3,462 km (2,151 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 4 min
Departure: ABV (9.006790161132812, 7.263169765472412)
Arrival: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Route Type: International
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