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DLA → DKR
Which side of the plane to sit from Douala International Airport (Douala) to Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (Dakar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the West African coastline, major urban centers, and the dramatic volcanic terrain near Douala.
Mount Cameroon
Visible almost immediately after takeoff, this is West Africa's highest peak and an active volcano.
Niger Delta
A massive, intricate network of rivers, creeks, and mangrove swamps in southern Nigeria.
West African Capitals
Aerial views of major coastal hubs including Lagos, Cotonou, Lomé, and Accra.
Lake Volta
The enormous surface area of the world's largest man-made reservoir visible while crossing Ghana.
Fouta Djallon
The rugged highlands of Guinea, often referred to as the 'water tower' of West Africa.
Gambia River
The distinct, winding silhouette of the river as it snakes through the center of The Gambia toward the ocean.
Sit on the right for the best landmark spotting. Mount Cameroon is best seen in the first 10 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights can be bumpy due to thermal activity over land, so choose a seat over the wing for stability. Early morning flights offer the best clarity before coastal mist or afternoon cumulus clouds form.
Gulf of Guinea
Vast, uninterrupted views of the tropical Atlantic Ocean stretching toward the horizon.
Bioko Island
Potential views of the volcanic peaks of Equatorial Guinea shortly after departure from Douala.
Atlantic Sunset
If flying westbound in the late afternoon, this side provides front-row seats to the sun setting over the water.
Choose this side primarily for evening flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun or to enjoy the sunset. During the Harmattan season (December to February), the haze over land can make the ocean view more peaceful and less obstructed than the dusty land views.
Distance: 3,210 km (1,995 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 47 min
Departure: DLA (4.0060801506, 9.71947956085)
Arrival: DKR (14.739700317382812, -17.49020004272461)
Route Type: International
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