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DUR → MPM
Which side of the plane to sit from King Shaka International Airport (Durban) to Maputo Airport (Maputo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular front-row seat to the pristine coastline of KwaZulu-Natal and the UNESCO-listed iSimangaliso Wetland Park, followed by the turquoise waters of Maputo Bay.
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The Dolphin Coast
Aerial views of Umhlanga, Ballito, and the golden beaches stretching north from Durban.
iSimangaliso Wetlands
A stunning UNESCO World Heritage site featuring Africa's largest estuarine system at St. Lucia.
Kosi Bay Lakes
Four unique interconnected lakes that form a vibrant blue and green mosaic near the Mozambique border.
Ponta do Ouro
The famous dive spot where the white sands of Mozambique meet the deep blue of the Indian Ocean.
Maputo Bay
A sweeping approach over the Baía de Maputo with views of Inhaca Island and the city skyline.
The right side is unbeatable for coastal scenery. Choose a window seat here for afternoon flights to enjoy the 'golden hour' light reflecting off the lagoons and estuaries. Look for the traditional fish traps in the Kosi Bay mouth just before crossing the border.
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Zululand Hinterland
Rolling hills and vast sugar cane plantations characteristic of northern KwaZulu-Natal.
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Glimpse
Potential views of the dense bushveld belonging to Africa's oldest proclaimed nature reserve.
Jozini Dam
The massive expanse of the Pongolapoort Dam framed by the rugged Lebombo Mountains.
Lebombo Mountains
The narrow, long mountain range that defines the border between South Africa, Eswatini, and Mozambique.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh sun glare coming off the Indian Ocean. This side is ideal for spotting the dramatic topography of the Lebombo ridge and the inland lakes near the border.
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Get eSIMs for MozambiqueDistance: 435 km (270 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: DUR (-29.6144444444, 31.119722222199997)
Arrival: MPM (-25.920799, 32.572601)
Route Type: International
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