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JNB → PTG
Which side of the plane to sit from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Polokwane International Airport (Potgietersrus)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Strydpoort Mountains and the diamond-rich landscapes near Cullinan, providing dramatic terrain transitions as you approach Polokwane.
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Cullinan Mine
The site of the world's largest diamond discovery, appearing as a massive open-pit mine north of Pretoria.
Roodeplaat Dam
A prominent blue reservoir and nature reserve providing a sharp contrast to the surrounding bushveld.
Strydpoort Mountains
Rugged peaks and dramatic ridges that become increasingly prominent during the descent into Polokwane.
Polokwane Game Reserve
A glimpse of the savanna landscapes and acacia trees located just south of the airport during final approach.
The right side is best for viewing the industrial scale of the Cullinan mine shortly after takeoff. For the best photography of the mountain ridges, choose a midday flight when the sun is overhead to minimize shadows in the valleys.
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Pretoria Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the administrative capital's urban center and the Union Buildings shortly after departure from JNB.
Waterberg Plateau
Ancient sandstone formations and rolling hills of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve visible to the west.
Springbok Flats
Vast, flat agricultural plains that characterize the transition into the Limpopo province landscape.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to avoid direct sun glare and clearly see the urban sprawl of Pretoria. This side is also ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Waterberg region.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 283 km (176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Arrival: PTG (-23.845269, 29.458615)
Route Type: Domestic
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