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CIP → LUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chipata Airport (Chipata) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Lusaka (Lusaka)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Luangwa River's dramatic oxbow lakes and the steep walls of the Muchinga Escarpment.
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Luangwa River Meanders
Spectacular aerial views of the wide, sandy riverbeds and twisting oxbow lakes.
Muchinga Escarpment
The dramatic cliff faces where the plateau drops sharply into the Luangwa Valley basin.
South Luangwa Edge
Potential sightings of the vast wildlife-rich plains in the distance towards the north.
Petauke Granite Hills
Ancient granite outcrops and balancing rocks that punctuate the Eastern Province plateau.
The right side is ideal for afternoon travel as the sun lights up the Muchinga Escarpment. The descent into the Luangwa basin offers the most scenic photography opportunities, so have your camera ready about 20 minutes after departure from Chipata.
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Lower Zambezi Fringe
Views of the dense woodlands and rugged terrain bordering the Lower Zambezi National Park.
Luangwa Bridge Crossing
A clear view of the iconic bridge and the confluence of the Luangwa and Lunsemfwa rivers.
Chongwe Escarpment
The rising, rocky terrain visible as the aircraft approaches the Lusaka plateau.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for spotting the winding path of the Great East Road which serves as a navigational landmark throughout the flight.
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Get eSIMs for ZambiaDistance: 487 km (303 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: CIP (-13.558300018310549, 32.58720016479492)
Arrival: LUN (-15.3308000565, 28.4526004791)
Route Type: Domestic
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