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GBE → CPT
Which side of the plane to sit from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (Gaberone) to Cape Town International Airport (Cape Town)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Kalahari desert to the Atlantic coastline, culminating in an iconic view of Table Mountain and Robben Island during the descent into Cape Town.
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Kalahari Dunes
The southern reaches of the Kalahari desert featuring longitudinal red sand dunes and arid scrubland.
Orange River
A striking green ribbon of water and vegetation cutting through the scorched Northern Cape landscape.
Cederberg Wilderness
Spectacular views of jagged sandstone formations and high-altitude wilderness areas.
Atlantic Seaboard
The meeting of the cold Atlantic Ocean and the rugged West Coast shoreline as the plane turns for final approach.
Robben Island
A bird's-eye view of the historic island prison located in the middle of Table Bay.
Table Mountain
The quintessential view of the New 7 Wonders of Nature and the Cape Town City Bowl.
The right side is essential for the world-famous approach into CPT. For evening flights, you will experience a magnificent sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. In spring (August-September), look down to see patches of orange and yellow as the Namaqualand wildflowers bloom.
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Gaborone Skyline
Aerial views of Botswana's capital and the Gaborone Dam immediately following takeoff.
Great Karoo Basin
Vast, ancient semi-desert landscapes dotted with iconic flat-topped hills known as 'koppies'.
Hex River Valley
Stunning views of lush green vineyards carved into deep mountain valleys during the descent.
Boland Mountains
The rugged peaks of the Cape Fold Belt including the dramatic Groot Winterhoek wilderness.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the warm sunrise glow over the Karoo. This side is also excellent for spotting the intricate patterns of the Cape Winelands' estates as you approach the airport from the northeast.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 1,263 km (785 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: GBE (-24.555201, 25.9182)
Arrival: CPT (-33.9648017883, 18.6016998291)
Route Type: International
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