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CPT → PLZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Cape Town International Airport (Cape Town) to Port Elizabeth Airport (Port Elizabeth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the iconic Garden Route coastline, featuring dramatic cliffs, turquoise bays, and the southernmost tip of the African continent.
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False Bay
Panoramic views of the vast bay and the Cape Peninsula shortly after departure.
Hermanus & Walker Bay
Famous whale-watching waters; look for white splashes in the blue during peak season.
Cape Agulhas
The official geographic southern tip of Africa where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet.
Knysna Heads
The iconic twin sandstone cliffs guarding the entrance to the Knysna Lagoon.
Plettenberg Bay
The Robberg Nature Reserve peninsula and the pristine white beaches of the bay.
Jeffrey's Bay
Recognizable long-point break waves at one of the world's most famous surfing spots.
The right side is the definitive choice for coastal views. For the best lighting, book an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the coastline from behind the aircraft. Keep an eye out for pods of dolphins near Plettenberg Bay and Jeffrey's Bay, as the plane often descends close to the water here.
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Hottentots Holland Mountains
Dramatic jagged peaks immediately after takeoff from Cape Town.
Stellenbosch Winelands
Aerial views of the lush, patterned vineyards stretching across the valleys.
Outeniqua Mountains
A massive mountain range that separates the coastal belt from the Little Karoo.
Overberg Farmlands
A patchwork quilt of yellow canola and green wheat fields during winter and spring.
Swartberg Range
In the distance, the high-altitude peaks of the Great Karoo interior may be visible.
Sit on the left if you prefer rugged mountain scenery. In winter (June–August), you may see snow caps on the highest peaks of the Swartberg or Hex River ranges. Best light is in the morning for this side.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 647 km (402 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: CPT (-33.9648017883, 18.6016998291)
Arrival: PLZ (-33.984901428200004, 25.617300033600003)
Route Type: Domestic
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