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ASO → ADD
Which side of the plane to sit from Asosa Airport (Asosa) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the dramatic descent into the Blue Nile (Abay) Gorge and the rugged, terraced landscapes of the Amhara and Oromia highlands.
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Blue Nile River (Abay)
Watch the mighty river carve through the landscape as it flows northward toward Sudan.
Abay Gorge
Stunning views of the deep, grand canyon-like formations with vertical rock walls and diverse geological layers.
Highland Terraces
Intricate patterns of traditional Ethiopian terrace farming on steep mountain slopes.
Entoto Mountains
The dense eucalyptus forests of the Entoto Ridge that overlooks the Addis Ababa basin during the final descent.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the best lighting on the Blue Nile Gorge. This side is particularly spectacular during the transition from the rainy season (September/October) when the landscape is vibrant green and the river is full.
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Didessa River Valley
View the lush, winding path of one of the Blue Nile's largest tributaries in Western Ethiopia.
Wollega Coffee Zones
Look down upon the dense, green agricultural heartlands known for Ethiopia's forest coffee production.
Volcanic Cones
Spot ancient, dormant volcanic structures scattered across the high plateau toward the central region.
Bole District Skyline
A great view of the expanding urban sprawl and modern high-rises of Addis Ababa during the landing approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun moves toward the west, providing warm light over the Oromia highlands. Keep an eye out for the distinct change in topography from the humid lowlands of Asosa to the cooler, high-altitude plateau near the capital.
Book Hotels in Addis AbabaDistance: 476 km (296 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: ASO (10.018500328063965, 34.586299896240234)
Arrival: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Route Type: Domestic
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