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ACC → NBO
Which side of the plane to sit from Kotoka International Airport (Accra) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior experience due to the possibility of spotting Mount Kilimanjaro on the horizon during the descent and breathtaking views of Lake Victoria and the Congo Basin.
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Congo Basin
Thousands of miles of dense, unbroken tropical rainforest across Central Africa.
Lake Victoria
Crossing the southern expanse of the world's largest tropical lake, dotted with remote islands.
Great Rift Valley
The dramatic geological fault line with visible escarpments as you enter Kenyan airspace.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Africa's highest peak is often visible on the southern horizon roughly 30-40 minutes before landing.
Nairobi National Park
During the final approach into NBO, look down to spot wildlife against the backdrop of the city.
The right side is iconic for the approach into Nairobi. Request a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Mount Kilimanjaro to the south. Early morning flights offer the best visibility before tropical cumulus clouds form over the rainforest basin.
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Accra Coastal Departure
Aerial views of the Ghanaian capital and the Gulf of Guinea immediately after takeoff.
Niger River Delta
The complex network of tributaries and mangrove forests of Southern Nigeria.
Adamawa Plateaus
Rugged mountainous terrain along the border of Nigeria and Cameroon.
Lake Albert
A glimpse of the northern section of the Albertine Rift Valley and its deep waters.
Mount Elgon
An ancient extinct shield volcano straddling the border between Uganda and Kenya.
Sit on this side for the best views of the Albertine Rift. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the green landscapes of Central Africa and the Ugandan highlands without glare.
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Get eSIMs for KenyaDistance: 4,191 km (2,604 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 56 min
Departure: ACC (5.605189800262451, -0.16678600013256073)
Arrival: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Route Type: International
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