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Which side of the plane to sit from Maya-Maya Airport (Brazzaville) to Cadjehoun Airport (Cotonou)?

Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior mix of urban geography, the massive Congo River at departure, the lush rainforests of the Congo Basin, and the intricate river systems of the Niger Delta before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Congo River & Malebo Pool

Dramatic views of the world's deepest river and the twin capitals, Brazzaville and Kinshasa, immediately after takeoff.

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Equatorial Rainforests

Fly over the dense, vibrant green canopy of the Gabonese and Congolese rainforests, often shrouded in mystical mist.

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Mount Cameroon

On clear days, the silhouette of West Africa's highest peak can be seen rising above the clouds to the north near the coast.

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Niger Delta

The complex, labyrinthine network of estuaries and mangrove swamps where the Niger River meets the sea in Nigeria.

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Lagos Urban Sprawl

A breathtaking look at the massive scale of Lagos, including the Third Mainland Bridge and its coastal lagoons.

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Benin Coastline

The sandy beaches and coconut groves lining the coast during the final descent into Cotonou.

Sit on the right side for the best chance to see the Congo River at departure. Early morning flights are ideal to avoid the afternoon convective clouds that often obscure the rainforest and Mount Cameroon. Look out for the distinct change in water color where the Niger Delta silt enters the ocean.

Left Side Highlights
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Gulf of Guinea

Continuous views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean throughout the middle segment of the flight.

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São Tomé Archipelago

If the flight path swings slightly south, the volcanic peaks of São Tomé and Príncipe may emerge from the clouds.

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Offshore Oil Platforms

Spotting remote oil rigs and tankers dotting the coastal waters near Gabon and Nigeria.

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Horizon Glow

Uninterrupted views of the horizon, particularly stunning during late afternoon flights as the sun sets over the water.

Choose the left side for sunset views on afternoon flights, as the sun will be positioned over the Atlantic. Use a polarizer filter for photos to reduce glare from the water surface and catch reflections.

Top Activities in Cotonou
Route Information

Distance: 1,853 km (1,151 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 28 min

Departure: BZV (-4.251699924468993, 15.253000259399414)

Arrival: COO (6.357230186462402, 2.384350061416626)

Route Type: International

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