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CPT → WVB
Which side of the plane to sit from Cape Town International Airport (Cape Town) to Walvis Bay Airport (Walvis Bay)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the evolving landscape, starting with the iconic Table Mountain at departure, moving through the rugged Cederberg mountains, and culminating in the spectacular red dunes of the Namib Desert.
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Table Mountain
An unbeatable view of the plateau and the Cape Town City Bowl immediately after takeoff.
Cederberg Mountains
Dramatic sandstone formations and rugged wilderness areas of the Western Cape.
Namaqualand Plains
Semi-desert plains that transform into a carpet of wildflowers during August and September.
Orange River
The green ribbon of the Gariep River carving through the desert, marking the South Africa-Namibia border.
Namib-Naukluft Park
The vast expanse of the world's oldest desert, featuring high longitudinal red sand dunes.
Walvis Bay Salt Works
Vibrant pink and white crystallization ponds visible during the descent into WVB.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the ocean. In late winter (August/September), keep your eyes peeled for the orange and yellow hues of the Namaqualand flower bloom. The transition from the rocky Cape mountains to the sandy Namib dunes is a geographic highlight of this route.
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Robben Island
Clear aerial view of the historic prison island shortly after departing Cape Town.
Saldanha Bay
The largest natural harbor on the South African coast, often filled with iron ore tankers.
Lüderitz Coastline
The rugged, rocky shores surrounding the isolated German-colonial town in Namibia.
Sandwich Harbour
A breathtaking point where the massive Namib dunes meet the Atlantic breakers directly.
Walvis Bay Lagoon
A RAMSAR wetland site visible on final approach, often dotted with thousands of flamingos.
Sit on the left for the best view of Sandwich Harbour just before landing in Walvis Bay. Morning flights are ideal for the left side as the sun is behind the plane, illuminating the coastline perfectly. Look out for the shipwreck remains occasionally visible along the Skeleton Coast stretches.
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Get eSIMs for NamibiaDistance: 1,281 km (796 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: CPT (-33.9648017883, 18.6016998291)
Arrival: WVB (-22.9799, 14.6453)
Route Type: International
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