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FRA → LOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the volcanic Hoggar Mountains in Algeria and the incredible sandstone formations of the Tassili n'Ajjer plateau, along with better sunrise views for overnight flights.
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Frankfurt Skyline
Immediate views of the Mainhattan skyscrapers and the Main River winding through the city center upon takeoff.
Swiss Alps
Breathtaking vistas of the eastern Swiss and Austrian Alps, featuring snow-capped peaks and deep glacial valleys.
Mediterranean Coastline
The transition from the European mainland to the deep blue waters near the French and Italian border.
Hoggar Mountains
A surreal landscape of dark volcanic plugs and basalt peaks rising sharply from the Algerian desert floor.
Tassili n'Ajjer
A massive sandstone plateau in the Sahara known for its 'forests of rock' and unique eroded geomorphology.
Niger River Delta
The complex network of waterways and tropical greenery as you approach the Nigerian coast.
For morning flights, the left side provides the best sunrise views over the desert. The most dramatic terrain, the Hoggar Mountains, typically appears 3 to 4 hours into the flight; ensure your window is clear of glare during this stretch for the best photography. During the final descent into Lagos, this side often provides a better view of the Lagos Lagoon and the city's sprawling bridges.
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The Black Forest
Dense, dark green mountain ranges in southwestern Germany visible shortly after leaving Frankfurt.
Mont Blanc
Excellent views of Europe's highest peak if the flight path tracks slightly west over France.
Balearic Islands
Distant views of Mallorca and Ibiza may be visible as the aircraft crosses the Mediterranean.
Grand Erg Occidental
A vast 'sea of sand' with massive orange longitudinal dunes stretching to the horizon.
Niamey
The capital of Niger may be visible as a sprawling urban oasis along the banks of the Niger River.
Nigerian Rainforest
The stark transition from the arid Sahel to the lush, dense tropical forests of southern Nigeria.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy a spectacular sunset over the Sahara dunes. Watch for Mont Blanc approximately 50-60 minutes after departure. As you approach Lagos, the right side often catches the reflection of the sun off the Atlantic Ocean, though haze can be a factor during the Harmattan season (December to February).
Book Hotels in LagosDistance: 4,857 km (3,018 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 43 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Route Type: International
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