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ADD → LFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa) to Lomé-Tokoin Airport (Lome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side (north-facing) offers spectacular views of the Nile river systems and the diverse topography of the Nigerian interior without the glare of the southern sun during daylight hours.
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Blue Nile Gorge
Shortly after take-off from Addis Ababa, witness the deep, dramatic canyons carved by the Blue Nile into the highland plateau.
White Nile Crossing
Catch the distinctive winding path of the White Nile near South Sudan as it flows north through the arid landscape.
Jos Plateau
View the granite monoliths and unique rock formations of this high altitude plateau in central Nigeria.
Abuja Cityscape
A clear view of Nigeria's capital city, featuring the prominent Aso Rock monolith and the city's planned layout.
Atakora Mountain Range
Near the end of the flight, view the scenic hills and forest-clad mountains that stretch through Benin into Togo.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun is positioned to the south, providing perfect lighting for the Ethiopian canyons and Nigerian plateaus. This side is consistently better for viewing the transition from Central African forests to the northern savannas.
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Omo Valley
View the rugged southern reaches of the Ethiopian Highlands known for their cultural and geological significance.
The Sudd Wetlands
Look down upon one of the world's largest freshwater wetlands in South Sudan, a vast labyrinth of lagoons and channels.
Adamawa Massif
Spot the high-altitude volcanic plateaus stretching across the border of Cameroon and Nigeria.
Lagos & Gulf of Guinea
As you approach the West African coast, see the massive urban sprawl of Lagos and the shipping lanes of the Atlantic Ocean.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight or for the final descent into LFW to see the Gulf of Guinea coastline. Be aware that during the Harmattan season (December to February), visibility may be reduced by dust haze over the landmass.
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Get eSIMs for TogoDistance: 4,148 km (2,577 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 53 min
Departure: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Arrival: LFW (6.165609836578369, 1.2545100450515747)
Route Type: International
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