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JNB → LAD
Which side of the plane to sit from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (Luanda)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the arid Kalahari to the Atlantic coastline and the stunning descent into Luanda over the ocean.
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Kalahari Desert
View the vast, rusty-red sand dunes and unique vegetation patterns across Botswana and eastern Namibia.
Skeleton Coast
Catch a glimpse of the rugged, misty coastline where the desert sands meet the cold Atlantic waters.
Kunene River
The winding river border between Namibia and Angola, appearing as a green ribbon in a dry landscape.
Luanda Bay
During the final approach, enjoy a panoramic view of the Ilha do Cabo and the shipping traffic in the Atlantic.
Book an afternoon flight to see the sun reflecting off the Atlantic as you approach Angola. Choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the desert textures. In the dry season (May-Sept), the desert colors are most vibrant.
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Gauteng Sprawl
Immediately after takeoff, see the dense urban landscape of Johannesburg and Pretoria's southern suburbs.
Okavango Context
While the delta is further north, you can see the lush hydrological systems feeding into the northern Kalahari.
Angolan Highlands
The central plateau of Angola features dramatic escarpments and greener terrain compared to the southern desert.
Kwanza River
See the massive, meandering curves of Angola's most significant river as it flows toward the sea.
Morning flights are best for the right side to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side provides a better view of Luanda's urban expansion and the inland plateau during the descent. Keep an eye out for the change in soil color from red to deep brown as you enter Angola.
Book Hotels in LuandaDistance: 2,490 km (1,547 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 19 min
Departure: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Arrival: LAD (-8.858369999999999, 13.2312)
Route Type: International
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