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LAD → BZV
Which side of the plane to sit from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (Luanda) to Maya-Maya Airport (Brazzaville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Congo River's vastness and the rare sight of two world capitals, Kinshasa and Brazzaville, separated only by the river during the final descent.
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Kinshasa Skyline
The massive sprawling metropolis of the DRC, one of Africa's largest cities, visible across the river.
Malebo Pool
A lake-like widening of the Congo River that separates the two closest capital cities in the world.
Crystal Mountains
Rolling hills and rugged terrain that form the edge of the Congo Basin plateau.
Maya-Maya Approach
A low-altitude sweep over the urban landscape of Brazzaville just before touchdown.
The right side is essential for the approach. Ask for a seat well away from the wing to see the 'Twin Cities' phenomenon. Late afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography of the river's reflection.
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A stunning view of the harbor and the Ilha de Luanda sandspit immediately after takeoff.
Mussulo Peninsula
The long, sandy peninsula south of Luanda visible during the initial climb out.
Soyo Estuary
The massive mouth of the Congo River where dark river water meets the blue Atlantic.
Equatorial Forests
Dense, lush green canopy of the southern Congo Basin stretching to the horizon.
To avoid the intense afternoon sun glare over the Atlantic, choose a morning flight. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes for coastal views of Angola's rapidly expanding capital.
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Get eSIMs for Congo (Brazzaville)Distance: 559 km (347 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: LAD (-8.858369999999999, 13.2312)
Arrival: BZV (-4.251699924468993, 15.253000259399414)
Route Type: International
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