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CBQ → ABV
Which side of the plane to sit from Margaret Ekpo International Airport (Calabar) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks, including the massive Benue River crossing and the legendary Zuma Rock during the descent into Abuja.
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Obudu Highlands
On clear days, look east to spot the hazy silhouettes of the Cameroon-Nigeria border mountains and the Obudu plateau.
The Benue River
A major highlight as the aircraft crosses the massive, silt-rich waters of Nigeria's second-largest river near Makurdi.
Zuma Rock
The 'Gateway to Abuja,' this 725-meter monolith is often visible on the right during the final approach pattern.
Abuja Skyline
Views of the planned capital's layout, including the National Mosque and Aso Rock in the distance depending on the landing path.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see Zuma Rock, which is the most famous geological feature in the region. Morning flights are ideal on this side as the sun will be behind the aircraft, providing high-contrast views of the Benue River.
Book Hotels in AbujaCross River Estuary
Aerial views of the winding river systems and mangrove forests surrounding Calabar immediately after takeoff.
Guinean Forest-Savanna
Witness the dramatic ecological shift as the dense southern rainforests thin out into the rolling Guinea savanna.
Western Horizon
Expansive views of the Nigerian Middle Belt, offering spectacular golden hour colors during late afternoon flights.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset without the direct glare of the sun. It provides a great perspective of the agricultural heartland of Nigeria as the terrain flattens out north of the Cross River.
Get eSIMs for Nigeria
Get eSIMs for NigeriaDistance: 464 km (288 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: CBQ (4.976019859313965, 8.347200393676758)
Arrival: ABV (9.006790161132812, 7.263169765472412)
Route Type: Domestic
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