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CKY → NKC
Which side of the plane to sit from Conakry International Airport (Conakry) to Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport (Nouakschott)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the West African coastline, including the UNESCO-protected Bijagós Archipelago and the westernmost tip of the continent at Dakar.
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Conakry Peninsula
Aerial view of the Guinean capital densely packed onto the Kaloum Peninsula as you climb away from CKY.
Bijagós Archipelago
A stunning network of 88 islands and islets off Guinea-Bissau, known for their unique maze-like appearance from high altitude.
Saloum Delta
The intricate mangrove channels and salt flats of the Sine-Saloum region in Senegal, appearing as emerald veins against the coast.
Cap-Vert Peninsula
The dramatic westernmost point of Africa, featuring the city of Dakar and the iconic Gorée Island.
Atlantic Meeting Point
A breathtaking contrast where the white Saharan dunes of Mauritania meet the deep turquoise of the Atlantic Ocean.
Book a window seat on the left for morning departures to have the sun behind you, illuminating the coastline. The highlight is the Bijagós Archipelago about 30-40 minutes into the flight; keep your camera ready for the intricate island patterns. If landing at NKC from the south, you will see the city’s expansion against the ocean front.
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Fouta Djallon Highlands
The lush, mountainous 'Water Tower of West Africa' in central Guinea, often shrouded in morning mist.
The Gambia River
The massive, winding river that snakes through the landscape, visible as a prominent silver ribbon.
Senegal River Valley
A vital green corridor that marks the geographic border between the Sahel and the Sahara desert.
Sahelian Transition
A fascinating visual shift where the tropical green of Guinea fades into the arid, scrubby landscape of the Sahel.
Saharan Dunes
The vast, rolling sand dunes of the Trarza region as you approach Nouakchott from the southeast.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun sets over the ocean, casting long, dramatic shadows over the Saharan dunes. Watch for the sharp contrast in soil colors—moving from the deep red laterite of Guinea to the pale ochre sands of Mauritania. Polarized sunglasses will help reduce haze when viewing the Fouta Djallon mountains.
Book Hotels in NouakschottDistance: 1,004 km (624 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: CKY (9.57689, -13.612)
Arrival: NKC (18.31, -15.969722199999998)
Route Type: International
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