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KGL → JUB
Which side of the plane to sit from Kigali International Airport (Kigali) to Juba International Airport (Juba)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a dramatic vantage point of the Albertine Rift Valley, featuring the iconic Rwenzori Mountains and several large lakes within the Western Rift branch.
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Virunga Mountains
Volcanic peaks along the Rwanda-DRC border visible shortly after takeoff from Kigali.
Queen Elizabeth Park
Aerial views of the savanna landscapes and the Kazinga Channel connecting Lake Edward and Lake George.
Rwenzori Mountains
Known as the Mountains of the Moon, these glaciated peaks are visible on clear days as you fly north.
Lake Albert
A massive Rift Valley lake providing a shimmering border between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Albert Nile
The river as it flows out of Lake Albert towards the South Sudanese border.
Book a morning flight for the best visibility of the Rwenzori Mountains, as afternoon clouds often obscure the glaciated peaks. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the Rift Valley escarpments is not blocked. Look for the distinct change in terrain from the lush hills of Rwanda to the flatter savannas of Northern Uganda.
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Kigali Hills
The beautiful rolling landscape of Rwanda's capital immediately after departure.
Lake Victoria
The vast horizon of Africa's largest lake, visible as the flight path crosses central Uganda.
Kampala and Entebbe
Views of the Ugandan capital's urban sprawl and the Entebbe peninsula on the shores of Lake Victoria.
Lake Kyoga
A complex system of wetlands and lily-filled water bodies in the heart of Uganda.
White Nile at Juba
The snaking path of the White Nile as it approaches the South Sudanese capital.
The right side is ideal for seeing the vastness of Lake Victoria and the urban layout of Kampala. During the descent into Juba, this side often offers excellent views of the Nile's wetlands. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the haze often present over the Sudd region wetlands.
Book Hotels in JubaDistance: 778 km (483 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: KGL (-1.96863, 30.1395)
Arrival: JUB (4.87201023102, 31.601100921599997)
Route Type: International
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