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FNA → LOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Lungi International Airport (Freetown) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the diverse West African coastline, major metropolitan skylines, and significant geographic features like Lake Volta.
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Freetown Peninsula
Aerial views of the lush, mountainous terrain surrounding the Sierra Leonean capital immediately after takeoff.
Abidjan Skyline
Visible views of the Ébrié Lagoon and the modern high-rise architecture of Ivory Coast's economic capital.
Lake Volta
The massive expanse of the world's largest artificial reservoir by surface area, located in Ghana.
Accra Metropolis
A clear view of the Ghanaian capital's urban sprawl meeting the Atlantic coast.
Cotonou and Lake Nokoué
The coastal city of Benin and the famous stilt village area of Ganvié slightly inland.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastline. Morning flights are preferred as the sun rises in the east, providing excellent front-lighting for the landmarks on the northern (left) side. During the Harmattan season from December to February, dust haze may obscure distant inland views, making coastal landmarks the primary focus.
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The Grain Coast
Continuous views of the sandy beaches and tropical shoreline stretching across Liberia.
Cape Palmas
The distinct southern tip of Liberia where the West African coast curves sharply eastward.
Gulf of Guinea Shipping
Dozens of cargo ships and tankers anchored or moving through the busy maritime lanes toward Lagos.
Offshore Oil Rigs
Spot industrial oil platforms and gas flares as the flight approaches the Nigerian maritime zone.
Lagos Islands
Views of Tarkwa Bay and the Victoria Island coastline during the final descent into LOS.
The right side is best for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. This side offers a more peaceful, blue-horizon view for most of the journey. As you approach Lagos, look for the sharp contrast in water color where river sediments meet the ocean. Keep your camera ready for the vast array of shipping vessels queuing for the Port of Lagos near the end of the flight.
Book Hotels in LagosDistance: 1,834 km (1,140 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: FNA (8.616439999999999, -13.1955)
Arrival: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Route Type: International
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