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LAD → TMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (Luanda) to São Tomé International Airport (Sao Tome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the iconic Pico Cão Grande and the lush southern coastline of São Tomé island during the descent.
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Mussulo Sandbar
Visible immediately after takeoff from Luanda, this long sandspit protects the city's bay.
Gulf of Guinea
Deep blue vistas of the Atlantic Ocean where the Benguela Current meets tropical waters.
Pico Cão Grande
The most famous landmark of São Tomé, a dramatic 370m volcanic plug rising from the jungle.
Obo National Park
Densely forested mountain ranges and primary rainforest covering the island's interior.
Ilhéu das Rolas
A small islet at the southern tip of the island where the Equator line passes through.
Sit on the left to spot the needle-like Pico Cão Grande as you descend. For morning flights, this side avoids the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for the best coastline views.
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Luanda Skyline
A view of the Angolan capital's rapid urban expansion and the modern high-rises along the Marginal.
Port of Luanda
One of the busiest maritime hubs in Sub-Saharan Africa, visible shortly after departure.
São Tomé City
The capital city's colonial architecture and port area are often visible on the final approach path.
Ocean Horizon
An uninterrupted view of the sunset on late afternoon flights across the Atlantic.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf of Guinea. It also provides the best view of Luanda's city center if the aircraft takes off toward the north before banking west.
Book Hotels in Sao TomeDistance: 1,255 km (780 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: LAD (-8.858369999999999, 13.2312)
Arrival: TMS (0.3781749904155731, 6.712150096893311)
Route Type: International
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