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JNB → MGH
Which side of the plane to sit from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Margate Airport (Margate)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking views of the majestic Drakensberg mountain range and the lush, rolling greenery of the KwaZulu-Natal midlands, culminating in the dramatic Oribi Gorge area before landing.
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Vaal Dam
A massive expanse of water south of Johannesburg, providing a brilliant blue contrast to the Highveld gold.
Drakensberg Escarpment
Distance views of the jagged peaks and basalt buttresses of the Maloti-Drakensberg World Heritage Site.
Valley of a Thousand Hills
A spectacular landscape of thousands of green, undulating hills as you move into the KZN interior.
Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve
As you approach Margate, look for the deep, dramatic canyons and sandstone cliffs carved by the Umzimkulwana River.
The right side is superior for mountain enthusiasts. Early morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the Drakensberg peaks from behind the aircraft. Keep your camera ready during the mid-flight segment for the best mountain photography.
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Johannesburg Skyline
A clear view of the dense urban sprawl and mine dumps of the East Rand immediately after takeoff.
Indian Ocean Coastline
As the flight nears the coast, enjoy a vast turquoise horizon and the crashing waves of the South Coast.
Durban Port
On clear days, see the busy harbor and the Golden Mile stretching out along the coast to the north.
Scottburgh Beach
Vibrant coastal resorts and shark nets are visible in the shallow waters along the shoreline.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the ocean and a clearer view of the coastal resorts during the descent into Margate. It is particularly scenic during the final 15 minutes of the flight when the plane banks toward the airfield.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 563 km (350 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Arrival: MGH (-30.8574008942, 30.343000412)
Route Type: Domestic
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