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BZV → NBO
Which side of the plane to sit from Maya-Maya Airport (Brazzaville) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer lush rainforest views, the right side provides the most iconic African landmarks, including potential views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the southern expanse of Lake Victoria.
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Lower Congo River
A glimpse of the massive river system shortly after takeoff from Brazzaville.
Ssese Islands
The beautiful archipelago in the southern portion of Lake Victoria.
Great Rift Valley
Dramatic views of the eastern escarpment as the plane transitions into the Kenyan highlands.
Maasai Mara Border
Distant views of the high plains where the savannah meets the rift.
Mount Kilimanjaro
The snow-capped 'Roof of Africa' is often visible on the southern horizon during the approach to NBO.
The right side is the 'money' side for spotting Mount Kilimanjaro; look south about 30 minutes before landing. Be aware that seasonal haze or smoke from agricultural burning can sometimes obscure the view, so flights during the rainy season transitions (May or November) often provide the clearest air.
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Congo Basin Canopy
Infinite stretches of the world's second-largest rainforest, appearing as a dense green carpet.
Ubangi River Tributaries
Vibrant, winding river systems that feed the massive Congo River basin.
Lake Victoria (North)
Aerial views of the northern shoreline near Entebbe and the lush Ugandan islands.
Mount Kenya
Africa's second-highest peak is often visible to the north during the final descent into Nairobi.
Nairobi Northern Suburbs
Views of the sprawling Kenyan capital and its verdant outskirts during the approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct equatorial sun glare. Mount Kenya is most visible about 15-20 minutes before landing; look for its jagged peaks rising above the cloud layer. Early flights are better as the rainforest often generates heavy cloud cover by mid-afternoon.
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Get eSIMs for KenyaDistance: 2,429 km (1,509 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 14 min
Departure: BZV (-4.251699924468993, 15.253000259399414)
Arrival: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Route Type: International
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