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JNB → EBB
Which side of the plane to sit from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of Lake Kariba's massive expanse, the dramatic escarpments of the Great Rift Valley, and a breathtaking final approach over the lush Ssese Islands of Lake Victoria.
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Johannesburg Skyline
Excellent views of the Sandton financial district and the iconic mine dumps surrounding the city.
Lake Kariba
The world's largest man-made lake by volume, appearing as a deep blue inland sea on the Zim-Zam border.
Great Rift Valley
Visible tectonic trenches and escarpments through Tanzania, illustrating the continent's geological split.
Ssese Islands
A stunning archipelago of 84 islands in Lake Victoria, characterized by white sand and thick forests.
Entebbe Peninsula
A spectacular low-altitude view of the green Entebbe peninsula and the botanical gardens during descent.
Book this side for afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light hitting the islands of Lake Victoria. This side is essential for seeing the most dramatic geography of the Great Rift Valley midway through the flight.
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Magaliesberg Mountains
Ancient mountain range with distinct quartzite ridges visible shortly after departure from Johannesburg.
Matobo Hills
Unique granite kopjes and balancing rock formations located south of Bulawayo in Zimbabwe.
Limpopo River
The natural border between South Africa and Zimbabwe, winding through arid bushveld landscapes.
Western Rift Valley
Distant views of the Albertine Rift's lush slopes as the flight progresses toward Central Africa.
Lake Victoria Coastline
The western shoreline of Africa's largest lake, featuring small fishing villages and verdant wetlands.
To avoid harsh glare from the sun, choose this side for morning flights. During the rainy season (March-May), keep an eye out for dramatic cumulonimbus cloud formations over the Congolese border to the west.
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Get eSIMs for UgandaDistance: 2,946 km (1,831 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 56 min
Departure: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Arrival: EBB (0.042386, 32.443501)
Route Type: International
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