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JNB → POL
Which side of the plane to sit from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Pemba Airport (Pemba)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular aerial views of the Indian Ocean coastline and the vibrant turquoise waters of the Quirimbas Archipelago during the final descent into Pemba.
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Kruger National Park
Look east to see the vast, protected wilderness of South Africa's most famous game reserve.
The Mozambique Channel
Breathtaking views of the deep blue Indian Ocean as the flight tracks parallel to the coastline.
Coastal Archipelagos
Distant views of the Bazaruto and Quirimbas island chains with their distinct white sandbars.
Coral Reef Formations
Intricate underwater patterns and emerald shallows visible during the approach to Cabo Delgado.
Pemba Bay
A stunning panoramic view of one of the world's largest natural deep-water harbors just before landing.
The right side is essential for seeing the iconic turquoise waters Mozambique is famous for. For the most vivid colors, aim for a mid-morning arrival when the sun is high enough to illuminate the coral reefs. Try to secure a seat away from the wing to capture unobstructed photos of the archipelago during the descent.
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Gauteng Urban Sprawl
View the dense industrial and residential landscape of Johannesburg immediately after takeoff.
Drakensberg Foothills
Rugged terrain and the edge of the escarpment visible as you head toward the Limpopo province.
Limpopo River Basin
The winding river marking the border between South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique.
Mozambican Hinterland
A vast expanse of traditional savannah and wild bushveld stretching toward the northern interior.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. It is ideal for those interested in the topography of the African interior and the transition from the Highveld to the coastal plains.
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Get eSIMs for MozambiqueDistance: 1,945 km (1,209 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Arrival: POL (-12.991762161254885, 40.52401351928711)
Route Type: International
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