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KIM → JNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Kimberley Airport (Kimberley) to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this short hop, offering a chance to spot the world-famous Kimberley Big Hole immediately after takeoff and a clear view of the iconic FNB Stadium and Soweto during the approach into Johannesburg.
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The Big Hole
The most famous landmark in Kimberley, this massive hand-dug excavation is often visible shortly after departure.
Bloemhof Dam
A large, shimmering body of water visible on the horizon, serving as a major reservoir for the region.
Greater Soweto
The expansive urban landscape of Soweto, home to millions, provides a striking visual of South Africa's history and density.
FNB Stadium
Look for the 'Calabash' stadium near Soweto, one of the most recognizable landmarks from the 2010 World Cup.
Sasolburg Industrial Zone
The complex industrial structures and cooling towers of the Vaal Triangle appear as you near Gauteng.
For the best chance to see the Big Hole, be ready immediately after takeoff as the plane climbs and turns. Morning flights offer the best lighting without glare. If the flight path approaches from the south, you will have a perfect view of the FNB Stadium; it looks like a giant orange pot on the ground.
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Kimberley Mining Hub
View the unique landscape of the Northern Cape shaped by decades of diamond mining as you depart.
Vaal River Bend
Spot the winding Vaal River as it snakes through the arid landscape toward the Free State.
Highveld Farmland
Observe the vast circular irrigation patterns and maize fields that define the interior of South Africa.
West Rand Gold Mines
Identify the massive white mine dumps and headgears of the historic gold-rich Witwatersrand.
Sandton Skyline
Catch glimpses of the 'richest square mile in Africa' with its modern glass skyscrapers on the horizon during descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography of the Vaal River and the Sandton skyline. Keep your camera ready as you pass Potchefstroom, where the transition from rural to urban landscape becomes prominent.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 453 km (281 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: KIM (-28.802799224900003, 24.7651996613)
Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Route Type: Domestic
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