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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular departure over the Atlantic coastline and the Mussulo Peninsula, followed by the dramatic transition as the aircraft climbs over the Angolan escarpment into the central highlands.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Mussulo Peninsula

Stunning views of the long sandspit and the turquoise waters south of Luanda immediately after takeoff.

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Kissama National Park

Fly over the vast coastal savannahs of one of Angola's most famous wildlife sanctuaries.

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The Great Escarpment

The most dramatic part of the flight, where the coastal plain abruptly meets the massive cliffs of the central plateau.

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Huambo Highlands

Picturesque views of the red-soil landscapes and eucalyptus groves surrounding the 'City of Flowers' during descent.

The right side is the 'photographer's side' for this route. Watch for the dramatic change in altitude about 15-20 minutes into the flight. For the best views of the Huambo approach, mid-afternoon flights offer a beautiful golden light on the rugged mountain terrain.

Left Side Highlights
6.5
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Luanda Expansion

Aerial views of the rapidly growing urban districts of Viana and the inland outskirts of the capital.

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Cuanza River

Sightings of the wide, winding Cuanza River as it snakes through the lush northern plains.

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Cuanza Norte Greenery

Dense tropical vegetation and rolling hills characteristic of the Cuanza Norte province.

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Central Plateau Transition

The initial rise of the terrain as the plane approaches the higher elevations of the Huambo province.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. This side provides a better view of the agricultural heartland and the complex river systems that feed the region's hydroelectric dams.

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Route Information

Distance: 519 km (322 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 52 min

Departure: LAD (-8.858369999999999, 13.2312)

Arrival: NOV (-12.808899879455565, 15.760499954223633)

Route Type: Domestic

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