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ELS → PLZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Ben Schoeman Airport (East London) to Port Elizabeth Airport (Port Elizabeth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the Eastern Cape's rugged coastline, known as the Sunshine Coast, including famous river mouths and pristine dune fields.
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Sunshine Coast
A continuous stretch of white sandy beaches and coastal holiday towns like Kidd's Beach.
Great Fish River
The massive, silt-heavy mouth of the Great Fish River as it enters the sea.
Port Alfred
Detailed views of the Kowie River, the iconic small-boat harbor, and the Royal Alfred Marina.
Alexandria Dunefield
One of the largest and most pristine active coastal dune systems in the world.
Sundays River
The winding river marking the edge of the Addo Elephant National Park coastal section.
This is a very short flight, so keep your camera ready from takeoff to landing. Sit on the right side for the best land-based landmarks. Afternoon flights are spectacular as the sun illuminates the sand dunes, but morning flights offer the best clarity without the coastal haze that often develops later in the day.
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Indian Ocean
Deep blue vistas of the Agulhas Current waters stretching toward the horizon.
Marine Life
During winter months, keep an eye out for humpback and southern right whale migrations.
Shipping Lanes
Cargo vessels and tankers queuing for entry into the deep-water Port of Ngqura.
The left side is best for passengers seeking a serene, uncluttered view of the ocean. During the whale season (June to November), use binoculars if possible to spot breaches. On the final approach into PLZ, you may see the breakwaters of the Port Elizabeth harbor.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 230 km (143 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: ELS (-33.0355987549, 27.8258991241)
Arrival: PLZ (-33.984901428200004, 25.617300033600003)
Route Type: Domestic
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