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BFN → DUR
Which side of the plane to sit from Bram Fischer International Airport (Bloemfontein) to King Shaka International Airport (Durban)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic peaks of the Drakensberg range and better views of the Durban coastline and harbor during the final approach.
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Lesotho Highlands
Rugged, high-altitude terrain and snow-capped peaks of Lesotho during winter months.
Giant's Castle
Prominent mountain peaks in the central Drakensberg region offering jagged silhouettes.
Pietermaritzburg
The red-roofed capital city of KwaZulu-Natal tucked into a valley basin.
Valley of a Thousand Hills
Dramatic, undulating landscape created by the Umgeni River system.
Durban Port & City
The sprawling city skyline, Moses Mabhida Stadium, and the busiest harbor in Africa.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating the mountains. This side typically provides a stunning view of the Durban beachfront and harbor during the standard arrival pattern into King Shaka.
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Free State Grasslands
Expansive golden plains and agricultural grids typical of the South African Highveld.
Northern Drakensberg
A view of the iconic Amphitheatre and Royal Natal National Park on the horizon.
Sterkfontein Dam
A massive, deep blue reservoir situated near the edge of the escarpment.
KZN Midlands
Lush, rolling green hills and mist-belt forests around the Howick and Hilton areas.
Indian Ocean Horizon
The first glimpse of the turquoise Indian Ocean as the flight nears the coastline.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is excellent for spotting the Sterkfontein Dam and the Northern Drakensberg peaks. On a clear day, you may see the Tugela Falls area from a distance.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 470 km (292 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: BFN (-29.0926990509, 26.302400589)
Arrival: DUR (-29.6144444444, 31.119722222199997)
Route Type: Domestic
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