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DUR → CPT
Which side of the plane to sit from King Shaka International Airport (Durban) to Cape Town International Airport (Cape Town)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for South Africa's diverse interior, including the dramatic Escarpment, the vast Karoo, and the iconic approach over the Cape Winelands and Table Mountain.
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Drakensberg Escarpment
Distant but majestic views of the mountain peaks separating the coast from the highveld.
Great Karoo
The mesmerizing, vast semi-desert landscape with its unique 'koppies' and arid beauty.
Cape Winelands
Lush green valleys and geometric vineyards of Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Franschhoek.
Table Mountain
The world-famous flat-topped mountain and the City Bowl visible during the descent.
Overberg Wheat Fields
A patchwork quilt of gold and green fields stretching toward the Hottentots Holland Mountains.
The right side is the 'mountain side'. For the best experience, book a seat forward of the wing to capture the Hex River Valley mountains. During winter (June-August), look for snow on the Matroosberg peaks. If the plane lands from the north (Runway 19), you will have an unparalleled view of Table Mountain and Robben Island.
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Wild Coast Shoreline
Dramatic views of the rugged Eastern Cape coastline and the crashing Indian Ocean.
False Bay
The expansive bay known for its marine life and the coastal towns of Simon's Town and Muizenberg.
Cape Peninsula
A distant view of the thin strip of land stretching toward Cape Point on the final approach.
Garden Route Edge
Glances of the pristine beaches and lagoons near Knysna and Plettenberg Bay depending on the flight path.
Sit on the left for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is excellent for spotting the transition from the blue Indian Ocean to the greener coastal belts. On the final descent into CPT from the south, you'll get a great view of the Cape Flats and the southern suburbs.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 1,277 km (793 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: DUR (-29.6144444444, 31.119722222199997)
Arrival: CPT (-33.9648017883, 18.6016998291)
Route Type: Domestic
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