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ADD → KGL
Which side of the plane to sit from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa) to Kigali International Airport (Kigali)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Great Rift Valley's geological features, the vast expanse of Lake Victoria, and the iconic volcanic peaks near the Rwandan border.
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Omo Valley
Spectacular views of the meandering Omo River and the culturally rich southern Ethiopian landscape.
Mount Elgon
Pass by the massive shield volcano located on the border of Uganda and Kenya.
Lake Victoria
Enjoy extensive views over the world's largest tropical lake, often featuring small fishing fleets.
Lake Kyoga
Observe the complex network of wetlands and fingers of water in central Uganda.
Virunga Volcanoes
On clear days, see the iconic volcanic peaks lining the border where Rwanda, Uganda, and Congo meet.
Select the right side for the best views of the Virunga volcanoes during the approach to Kigali. A morning flight is recommended for the clearest atmospheric conditions over the Rift Valley and Lake Victoria, reducing the likelihood of tropical cloud cover obscuring the terrain.
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Bale Mountains
View the rugged peaks and high-altitude plateau of southern Ethiopia shortly after takeoff.
Lake Turkana
Catch a glimpse of the 'Jade Sea' located in the northern Kenyan Rift Valley.
Serengeti-Mara Ecosystem
Vast savannah plains stretching across the border of Kenya and Tanzania.
Lake Victoria Eastern Shore
See the scattered islands and the bustling shoreline near the Kenyan border.
Akagera National Park
Aerial views of Rwanda's eastern wetlands and savannahs during the final descent.
The left side offers excellent views of the high Ethiopian plateaus and the eastern rift lakes. Afternoon flights minimize glare on this side, making it easier to photograph the rolling hills of Rwanda and Akagera National Park during descent.
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Get eSIMs for RwandaDistance: 1,550 km (963 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Arrival: KGL (-1.96863, 30.1395)
Route Type: International
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