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KRT → NBO
Which side of the plane to sit from Khartoum International Airport (Khartoum) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular vantage point for the Ethiopian Highlands' edge, the vibrant colors of Lake Turkana, and the majestic silhouette of Mount Kenya during the descent into Nairobi.
Khartoum Confluence
Aerial view of the meeting point between the Blue and White Nile rivers immediately after takeoff.
Ethiopian Plateau
The rugged western fringes of the Ethiopian Highlands visible as the flight heads south.
Lake Turkana
Known as the Jade Sea, its stunning turquoise waters contrast sharply against the surrounding volcanic desert.
Mount Kenya
Kenya's highest peak and Africa's second-highest, often appearing above the cloud line on clear days.
Nairobi National Park
Wide open plains and potential wildlife sightings as the plane aligns with the runway at Jomo Kenyatta.
Book a window seat on the left for the best chance to see Mount Kenya. Morning flights (07:00-10:00) are ideal as the air is clearest before afternoon clouds build up around the mountain peaks. Have your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the Lake Turkana crossing.
The White Nile
The winding silver ribbon of the White Nile as it flows north through South Sudan.
The Sudd Wetlands
One of the world's largest freshwater wetlands, appearing as a massive green carpet from above.
Great Rift Valley
Distant views of the Western Rift escarpments and extinct volcanic craters near the Ugandan border.
Mount Elgon
A massive solitary shield volcano located on the border of Uganda and Kenya.
Nairobi Skyline
Views of the Upper Hill and Central Business District skyscrapers during the final approach phase.
The right side is better for observing the hydrological features of the Nile basin. In the rainy season (April-May), the Sudd wetlands are particularly vibrant. During landing, if the aircraft approaches from the west, you will get an excellent view of the city's expanding skyline.
Distance: 1,941 km (1,206 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: KRT (15.589500427246096, 32.55319976806641)
Arrival: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Route Type: International
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