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BRU → DLA
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Douala International Airport (Douala)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior due to the spectacular views of Mount Cameroon during the descent and the potential to see the sunset over the Gulf of Guinea on daytime flights.
Paris Basin
Depending on the specific flight path, you may see the outskirts of Paris and the winding Seine River.
Balearic Sea
Vistas of the Mediterranean waters with possible distant views of the Spanish coastline or islands.
Great Sand Sea
Endless waves of longitudinal dunes in the Western Sahara that create incredible shadows at sunset.
Niger River
The massive, winding artery of West Africa as it flows through Niger and into Nigeria.
Mount Cameroon
Sub-Saharan Africa's highest peak, a massive active volcano often visible rising above the clouds near Douala.
The absolute highlight is Mount Cameroon; ensure your window is clear as you begin your descent into DLA. This side is also best for avoiding the direct glare of the morning sun when flying south. On evening flights, the reflection of the sunset on the Niger River is a frequent and stunning sight.
Massif Central
View the ancient volcanic peaks and deep gorges of south-central France shortly after departure.
Mediterranean Crossing
Clear views of the deep blue sea as the flight transitions from the European coast to North Africa.
Ahaggar Mountains
The dramatic, jagged volcanic peaks of the Hoggar plateau in the central Sahara Desert, Algeria.
Sahel Transition
Observe the striking color shift from the orange sands of the Sahara to the scrubby greens of the Sahel.
Adamawa Plateau
The lush, rolling highlands of northern Cameroon visible during the final quarter of the flight.
Choose this side for early morning departures to enjoy the sunrise over the African continent. It offers the best perspective of the Sahara's interior mountain ranges. During the rainy season (May-Oct), watch for massive thunderheads forming over the central African rainforests.
Distance: 5,237 km (3,254 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 10 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: DLA (4.0060801506, 9.71947956085)
Route Type: International
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