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ABV → GMO
Which side of the plane to sit from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja) to Gombe Lawanti International Airport (Gombe)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior vantage point of the dramatic Jos Plateau escarpments and the lush greenery surrounding the Yankari wildlife corridor.
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Jos Plateau Escarpment
The sudden rise of the central Nigerian highlands, featuring jagged rock formations and cooler high-altitude terrain.
Shere Hills
The highest peaks of the Jos Plateau, offering spectacular rugged views during the middle of the flight.
Yankari Buffer Zone
The dense vegetation and winding riverbeds that mark the outskirts of Nigeria's premier wildlife reserve.
Gongola River
The winding path of the Gongola River which feeds the Dadin Kowa Dam, visible near the Gombe state border.
The right side is best for morning flights as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the Jos Plateau. Keep a camera ready roughly 20 minutes into the flight for the most dramatic mountain views. Visibility is highest between November and February, though Harmattan haze can sometimes obscure distant peaks.
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Zuma Rock
A massive 725-meter monolith located just north of Abuja, visible shortly after takeoff.
Bwari Foothills
The rolling hills and developing urban fringes of the Federal Capital Territory's northern borders.
Sudan Savanna
Vast stretches of open savanna landscape characteristic of the Bauchi plains.
Gombe Cityscape
A clear view of the urban layout of Gombe city as the plane aligns for its final descent into Lawanti.
Sit on the left side during late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. This side provides the best view of Zuma Rock if the flight path departs towards the north.
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Get eSIMs for NigeriaDistance: 423 km (263 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: ABV (9.006790161132812, 7.263169765472412)
Arrival: GMO (10.2983333333, 10.8963888889)
Route Type: Domestic
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