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AUH → LOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior perspectives of the Nile River confluence near Khartoum, the dramatic crags of the Hijaz Mountains, and the striking transition from the Sahara to the Sahelian grasslands of Nigeria.
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Abu Dhabi Skyline
Direct views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the innovative architecture of Yas Island upon takeoff.
Hijaz Mountains
Dark, jagged mountain ranges in Western Saudi Arabia that provide a dramatic contrast to the desert plains.
The Nile River
The iconic silver ribbon of the Nile as it flows through the Sahara, particularly stunning during the golden hour.
The Sahel Transition
A fascinating geographic shift where the yellow sands of the Sahara transform into the green brush of the Sahel.
Jos Plateau
The unique granite monoliths and temperate green landscapes of Central Nigeria's highland region.
The right side is ideal for spotting the Nile; keep a close eye on the window roughly three hours into the flight. If arriving in Lagos during the day, this side usually offers a panoramic view of the dense urban sprawl of the mainland and the Third Mainland Bridge.
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Empty Quarter
Vast, orange-hued sand dunes of the Rub' al Khali, the largest contiguous sand desert in the world.
Red Sea Crossing
The deep blue waters of the Red Sea set against the arid, rugged coastline of the Sudanese desert.
Jebel Marra
A massive volcanic range in the Darfur region of Sudan, featuring fertile highlands and ancient calderas.
Adamawa Plateau
Lush, rolling hills and volcanic peaks that define the borderlands between Nigeria and Cameroon.
Lekki Peninsula
A coastal view of the expanding Lagos skyline and the Atlantic Ocean during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography of the desert. During the approach to Lagos, this side provides views of the Atlantic coastline and the intricate network of lagoons and islands.
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Get eSIMs for NigeriaDistance: 5,808 km (3,609 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 50 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Route Type: International
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