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DLA → NDJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Douala International Airport (Douala) to N'Djamena International Airport (N'djamena)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from coastal rainforests to the jagged volcanic peaks of the Mandara Mountains and the winding Chari River border.
Wouri River Estuary
Aerial view of the massive Douala port and the surrounding mangrove ecosystems upon takeoff.
Mount Cameroon
On clear days, the highest peak in West Africa is visible on the western horizon shortly after departure.
Mandara Mountains
Dramatic volcanic plugs and rugged pinnacles along the Cameroon-Nigeria border mid-flight.
Chari River
The major waterway marking the international border, snaking through the arid landscape toward Lake Chad.
Kousseri
The border town directly across the river from N'Djamena, offering a clear view of the Chadian frontier.
Sit in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Mandara Mountains. Choose morning flights to avoid the thick Harmattan dust haze that often limits visibility in the Sahel during the afternoon. The transition from deep green forest to sandy Sahel is most striking on this side.
Douala Urban Sprawl
A comprehensive view of the dense urban landscape and commercial heart of Cameroon.
Sanaga River Basin
Cross the largest river in Cameroon as it flows through the transition zone between forest and savanna.
Adamawa Plateau
Rugged granite outcrops and high-altitude savanna landscapes in central Cameroon.
Benoue National Park
Fly over a vast stretch of protected wilderness known for its diverse savanna wildlife and terrain.
N'Djamena Approach
A panoramic view of the Chadian capital's low-rise architecture as you descend into the city.
The right side offers great views of the central Cameroonian plateau. During the rainy season (May to October), look for the intense green of the Benoue region. During the dry season, the landscape turns a beautiful copper color, though distant landmarks may be obscured by dust.
Distance: 1,076 km (669 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: DLA (4.0060801506, 9.71947956085)
Arrival: NDJ (12.1337, 15.034)
Route Type: International
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