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JNB → ACC
Which side of the plane to sit from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Kotoka International Airport (Accra)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the African interior, transitioning from the Highveld of South Africa through the lush Congo Basin and providing a scenic approach into Ghana's coastal region.
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Johannesburg Highveld
Panoramic views of the Witwatersrand gold mines and the urban sprawl of Johannesburg shortly after takeoff.
Okavango Delta
The intricate network of channels and islands of Botswana's famous inland delta, visible on more northerly flight paths.
Congo Rainforest
An endless carpet of dense green canopy as you fly over the world's second-largest tropical rainforest.
Tema Harbor
The massive shipping infrastructure of Ghana's primary industrial port just before landing at Kotoka.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the ground features perfectly. This side provides the best chance to spot the Congo Basin's winding rivers. Upon approach to Accra, you may see the massive Lake Volta if the pilot takes a slightly eastern arrival path. Ensure your window is clear of condensation to capture the dense forest colors.
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Kalahari Basin
Vast stretches of the arid Kalahari Desert with its unique orange sand dunes and sparse vegetation.
Luanda Coastline
Aerial views of the Angolan capital and the deep blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the shore.
Gulf of Guinea
Expansive ocean views as the aircraft crosses the bight toward the West African coast.
Equatorial Sunset
Stunning golden hour reflections over the Atlantic for flights departing Johannesburg in the afternoon.
Sit on the left for afternoon or evening flights to experience the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean without direct solar glare for most of the journey. Keep an eye out for the Angolan coastline about midway through the flight. During the descent into Accra, this side often sees the Atlantic surf breaking against the Ghanaian beaches.
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Get eSIMs for GhanaDistance: 4,674 km (2,904 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 30 min
Departure: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Arrival: ACC (5.605189800262451, -0.16678600013256073)
Route Type: International
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