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ADD → JUB
Which side of the plane to sit from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa) to Juba International Airport (Juba)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Ethiopian Highlands, the dramatic escarpments of the Great Rift Valley, and the dense forest regions where wild coffee originates before crossing into the vast plains of Boma National Park.
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Addis Ababa Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Ethiopian capital, including the African Union headquarters and the sprawling urban landscape immediately after takeoff.
Ethiopian Rift Valley
Dramatic views of the tectonic fault lines and volcanic peaks that define the southwestern Ethiopian topography.
Omo River Basin
The winding silver threads of the Omo River cutting through the deep valleys of the Southern Nations region.
Kaffa Highlands
Densely forested mountain ranges known as the botanical birthplace of Arabica coffee.
Boma National Park
Expansive savannahs and grasslands visible as you cross the border into South Sudan, home to massive wildlife migrations.
Book a morning flight to avoid the frequent afternoon cumulonimbus clouds that develop over the Ethiopian Highlands. Sit behind the wing to capture the transition from the high-altitude volcanic plateaus (reaching 3,000m+) to the low-lying South Sudanese plains. During the rainy season (June-September), the landscape is incredibly vibrant green, but visibility may be limited by cloud cover.
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Entoto Mountains
The historic eucalyptus-covered ridge that forms the northern boundary of Addis Ababa.
Gambella Lowlands
Lush, flat wetlands and river systems near the western border of Ethiopia.
Baro River
A major tributary of the Nile that defines much of the border region between Ethiopia and South Sudan.
The Sudd (Distant)
On clear days, the northern horizon reveals the edge of one of the world's largest freshwater wetlands.
Juba City & White Nile
Aerial view of the White Nile (Bahr el Jebel) and the expanding footprint of the South Sudanese capital during final descent.
The right side is excellent for observing the White Nile during the final approach into Juba International Airport. Keep your camera ready as the plane descends over the Nile bridges; the river creates a striking contrast against the red earth of the city. Late afternoon flights on this side may experience significant glare from the sun, so polarized sunglasses are recommended.
Book Hotels in JubaDistance: 916 km (569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Arrival: JUB (4.87201023102, 31.601100921599997)
Route Type: International
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