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DLA → NBO
Which side of the plane to sit from Douala International Airport (Douala) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled panorama of the Congo Basin rainforest, the expansive northern waters of Lake Victoria, and a high-probability sighting of Mount Kilimanjaro on the southern horizon during the descent into Nairobi.
Congo Basin
Fly over the 'lungs of Africa,' a vast and unbroken canopy of dense, emerald-green tropical rainforest.
Lake Victoria
The flight path skims the northern shores of this massive inland sea, offering views of various fishing islands.
Great Rift Valley
Witness the dramatic tectonic escarpments and geological fault lines that define the East African landscape.
Mount Kilimanjaro
On clear days, the snow-capped peak of Africa's tallest mountain is visible on the southern horizon during descent.
Nairobi National Park
During the final approach into NBO, look down to spot the unique contrast of African wildlife against the city skyline.
The right side is superior for geological variety. To see Kilimanjaro, morning flights are highly recommended before the heat creates haze or cloud cover. During landing, look for the transition from the arid Rift Valley floor to the lush Nairobi highlands.
Mount Cameroon
Visible shortly after takeoff from Douala, this massive volcanic peak dominates the coastal skyline.
Adamawa Plateau
View the rugged terrain where the Central African rainforest transitions into the northern savannahs.
Lake Albert
The northernmost of the Albertine Rift lakes, offering striking views of the Western Rift Valley floor.
Aberdare Range
A high-altitude mountain range in central Kenya known for its deep ravines and misty moorlands.
Mount Kenya
Africa's second-highest peak is often visible to the north as the flight begins its final approach to Nairobi.
Choose the left side for better lighting on afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight for a clear shot of Mount Kenya, though it is frequently obscured by clouds after midday.
Distance: 3,081 km (1,914 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 37 min
Departure: DLA (4.0060801506, 9.71947956085)
Arrival: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Route Type: International
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