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INH → MPM
Which side of the plane to sit from Inhambane Airport (Inhambane) to Maputo Airport (Maputo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to Mozambique's spectacular coastline, featuring turquoise lagoons, pristine beaches, and the expansive Maputo Bay.
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Tofo and Praia da Rocha
Immediately after takeoff, view the sweeping white sands and turquoise waters of the famous Tofo surfing area.
Inhambane Bay
Aerial perspective of the vast, shallow bay with its intricate patterns of sandbars and dhows.
Quissico Lakes
A stunning chain of freshwater coastal lakes separated from the Indian Ocean by narrow, forested dunes.
Limpopo River Mouth
The dramatic point where the massive Limpopo River deposits sediment into the ocean near Xai-Xai.
Inhaca Island
Upon approach to Maputo, look for the emerald waters surrounding Inhaca and Portuguese Island at the entrance to the bay.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, perfectly illuminating the vibrant colors of the coral reefs and lagoons. This side is consistently more scenic as the flight path typically follows the coastline southward. Keep your camera ready for the first 15 minutes and the last 10 minutes of the flight.
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Gaza Plains
Vast stretches of rural Mozambique showing traditional homesteads and agricultural patches.
Limpopo River Meanders
Views of the river's winding path as it cuts through the inland floodplains of the Gaza province.
Maputo Urban Sprawl
A view of the city's growth and density as the aircraft aligns for the final approach into MPM.
The right side is less scenic but offers a good view of the Limpopo's inland flow. If you are flying in the late afternoon, this side may experience significant glare from the setting sun. It is a quieter side for those looking to avoid the distraction of the coastline.
Book Hotels in MaputoDistance: 365 km (227 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: INH (-23.876399993896484, 35.40850067138672)
Arrival: MPM (-25.920799, 32.572601)
Route Type: Domestic
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