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FNA → DKR
Which side of the plane to sit from Lungi International Airport (Freetown) to Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (Dakar)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Atlantic coastline and the stunning Bijagós Archipelago, concluding with a panoramic approach into the Dakar peninsula.
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Atlantic Coastline
Aerial perspective of the jagged West African coast where the jungle meets the sea.
Bijagós Archipelago
A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve featuring 88 islands and islets off the coast of Guinea-Bissau.
Saloum Delta
The complex network of mangrove channels and saltwater lagoons in southern Senegal.
African Renaissance Monument
On final approach, look for the massive bronze statue atop one of Dakar's twin hills.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare from the east. This side is particularly rewarding during the approach into Dakar, as planes frequently bank over the Atlantic, offering a full view of the Cape Verde Peninsula and the Almadies district.
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Freetown Skyline
Panoramic views of the Sierra Leonean capital nestled between the mountains and the sea during takeoff.
Conakry Peninsula
A clear view of the densely packed Kaloum district and the sprawl of the Guinean capital.
Gambia River
Crossing the massive estuary of the Gambia River near Banjul, showing the scale of the waterway.
Casamance Region
Deep green tropical forests and rice paddies characteristic of southern Senegal.
The right side is ideal for spotting inland landmarks like the Fouta Djallon foothills in the distance. During the dry season (November to May), visibility is often affected by the Harmattan haze, so the morning is the best time for photography before the dust thickens.
Book Hotels in DakarDistance: 826 km (513 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: FNA (8.616439999999999, -13.1955)
Arrival: DKR (14.739700317382812, -17.49020004272461)
Route Type: International
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