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ADD → OUA
Which side of the plane to sit from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa) to Ouagadougou Airport (Ouagadougou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Ethiopian Highlands at departure, followed by the vast Sudd wetlands and the intricate path of the White Nile through South Sudan.
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Ethiopian Highlands
Dramatic mountain peaks and deep gorges immediately after departing Addis Ababa.
The Sudd Wetlands
One of the world's largest freshwater wetlands, visible as a massive green mosaic in South Sudan.
White Nile River
The winding silver ribbon of the Nile as it snakes through the South Sudanese plains.
Adamawa Plateau
Rugged volcanic formations and high-altitude grasslands near the Nigeria-Cameroon border.
Benue River
A major tributary of the Niger River, carving through the Nigerian landscape.
Sit on the left for the best morning light when flying west. The contrast between the high Ethiopian plateau and the low-lying Sudd is most striking in the first 90 minutes. Use polarized sunglasses to better see the river patterns through the tropical haze.
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Addis Ababa Cityscape
A sprawling view of the Ethiopian capital and the surrounding Entoto Mountains.
Sahelian Transition
The fascinating shift from tropical green to the semi-arid golden hues of the Sahel belt.
Jos Plateau
Unique granite monoliths and rock outcrops visible while overflying central Nigeria.
W National Park
A glimpse of the trans-border protected area near the junction of Niger, Benin, and Burkina Faso.
Ouagadougou Approach
Aerial view of the red-earth architecture and grid-like streets of the Burkinabe capital.
The right side is ideal for spotting the transition to the Sahara's edge. During the Harmattan season (November to March), visibility can be limited by dust, so look for features directly below the aircraft rather than on the horizon.
Book Hotels in OuagadougouDistance: 4,417 km (2,745 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 12 min
Departure: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Arrival: OUA (12.3532, -1.51242)
Route Type: International
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