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CPT → BFN
Which side of the plane to sit from Cape Town International Airport (Cape Town) to Bram Fischer International Airport (Bloemfontein)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Boland mountain ranges, the Hex River Valley, and the dramatic transition from lush vineyards to the arid Great Karoo.
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Cape Winelands
Aerial views of the iconic Stellenbosch and Franschhoek valleys and their historic estates.
Hex River Mountains
Dramatic, jagged peaks that are often dusted with snow during the winter months (June-August).
Route 62 Corridors
The scenic winding roads and valleys of the Klein Karoo nestled between fold mountains.
Gariep River System
The winding Orange (Gariep) River providing a green ribbon of life through the dry interior.
Free State Farmland
The transition into the central plateau with large-scale maize and sunflower cultivation areas.
The right side is superior for mountain scenery. Choose this side for midday flights to see the deep reds and browns of the Karoo soil. In winter, look for snow on the Matroosberg peaks shortly after departure from CPT.
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Cape Town City Bowl
Panoramic views of Table Mountain, Signal Hill, and the city center during the initial ascent.
Swartland Wheat Fields
A patchwork of golden and green agricultural fields extending toward the Atlantic coast.
Great Karoo Plains
The vast, ancient semi-desert landscape characterized by unique flat-topped hills known as koppies.
Nuweveld Mountains
Rugged escarpments near Beaufort West marking the edge of the interior plateau.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to enjoy the softest light over the Karoo without sun glare. If taking off to the north, you might catch a glimpse of Robben Island in the distance.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 908 km (564 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: CPT (-33.9648017883, 18.6016998291)
Arrival: BFN (-29.0926990509, 26.302400589)
Route Type: Domestic
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