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BKO → LOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Modibo Keita International Airport (Bamako) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the lush Guinean forest-savanna mosaic and a dramatic descent over the Bight of Benin and the Lagos coastline.
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Selingue Dam
Look for the massive reservoir southwest of Bamako, a vital source of Mali's hydroelectric power.
Guinean Savanna
The landscape transforms from dry Sahelian plains to lush, dense tropical vegetation.
Bight of Benin
A stunning view of the West African coastline meeting the Atlantic Ocean as the plane turns for arrival.
Victoria Island
The high-rise skyline of Lagos's financial hub is visible during the final approach into LOS.
This is the 'land-to-sea' side. For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind the aircraft, illuminating the Lagos coastline and the Atlantic Ocean perfectly. During the Harmattan season (Dec-Feb), visibility can be low, so high-contrast features like the Selingue Dam are easier to spot than distant mountains.
Book Hotels in LagosNiger River Curve
Watch the Great Niger River as it winds its way northeastward shortly after departing Bamako.
Ouagadougou Transit
Aerial views of the Burkina Faso capital and its distinctive red-earth urban layout.
Atakora Mountains
The rugged quartzite ridges of northern Benin provide striking geological textures mid-flight.
Lagos Lagoon
As you descend, view the vast expanse of the Lagos Lagoon bordering the city to the north.
Sit toward the front to avoid engine heat haze when viewing the Niger River. The morning sun will be on this side, so keep window shades down until you reach cruising altitude to avoid glare.
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Get eSIMs for NigeriaDistance: 1,402 km (871 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: BKO (12.5335, -7.94994)
Arrival: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Route Type: International
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