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DLA → FIH
Which side of the plane to sit from Douala International Airport (Douala) to Ndjili International Airport (Kinshasa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers the most iconic views during the final approach, where you can see the world's two closest capital cities, Brazzaville and Kinshasa, separated by the massive Pool Malebo on the Congo River.
Sanaga River
Aerial view of Cameroon's longest river shortly after departing Douala.
Congo Basin Forest
Uninterrupted vistas of the world's second-largest tropical rainforest stretching across Gabon and Congo.
Ogooué River Loops
Glittering meanders of Gabon's primary waterway cutting through the dense jungle.
Brazzaville Skyline
A clear view of the capital of the Republic of the Congo during the descent into Kinshasa.
Pool Malebo
The vast, lake-like expansion of the Congo River that serves as the natural border between the two Congos.
Sit on the Left (Port side) for the 'Twin Capitals' view. Book a morning flight to avoid the heavy afternoon cumulus clouds that often obscure the rainforest. The descent into FIH is the highlight, so keep your camera ready as you cross the Congo River.
Gulf of Guinea
Occasional views of the Atlantic coastline and the Bight of Biafra during the initial climb.
Batéké Plateaux
A striking transition from deep forest to high-altitude sandy plateaus and savanna patches.
Lower Congo River
The powerful flow of the river as it moves toward the Atlantic cataracts.
Kinshasa Urban Sprawl
The massive, bustling urban landscape of the DRC's capital as you come in for landing.
The right side (Starboard) is better for seeing the coastal geography near Douala and the unique geological textures of the Batéké Plateaux. However, you may experience more direct sun glare on Southbound flights during the middle of the day.
Distance: 1,129 km (702 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: DLA (4.0060801506, 9.71947956085)
Arrival: FIH (-4.38575, 15.4446)
Route Type: International
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