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CDG → FIH
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Ndjili International Airport (Kinshasa)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Sahara, the right side provides a superior perspective of the Grand Erg Occidental dunes and the dramatic approach into Kinshasa over the Congo River and Malebo Pool.
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Massif Central
The ancient volcanic peaks and deep valleys of south-central France.
Balearic Sea
Deep blue views of the Mediterranean as the flight leaves European airspace.
Grand Erg Occidental
A massive field of crescent-shaped sand dunes in the northern Algerian Sahara.
Congo Basin
An endless canopy of deep green rainforest stretching to the horizon.
Congo River Rapids
The powerful Malebo Pool and the river separating Kinshasa from Brazzaville on final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of flight for a spectacular view of the 'Twin Capitals' (Kinshasa and Brazzaville) across the Congo River.
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Paris Suburbs
Aerial views of the Ile-de-France region and the winding Seine south of CDG.
French Prealps
Distant views of the snowy Alpine peaks to the east if visibility is clear.
Corsica and Sardinia
The rugged coastlines of the Mediterranean islands often visible during the sea crossing.
Tassili n'Ajjer
The dramatic sandstone arches and lunar landscapes of the southeastern Algerian Sahara.
Ubangi River
The major tributary of the Congo River marking the border of the Central African Republic.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Sahara. It offers a great view of the transition from the arid desert to the lush tropical belt of Central Africa, specifically over the Ubangi basin.
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Get eSIMs for Congo (Kinshasa)Distance: 6,068 km (3,770 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 8 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: FIH (-4.38575, 15.4446)
Route Type: International
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