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LBV → BZV
Which side of the plane to sit from Libreville Leon M'ba International Airport (Libreville) to Maya-Maya Airport (Brazzaville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Atlantic coast upon departure and the spectacular Malebo Pool, the Congo River, and the Kinshasa skyline during the approach into Brazzaville.
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Estuaire du Gabon
A stunning view of the wide estuary where the Komo River meets the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff.
Wonga-Wongue Reserve
A glimpse of the coastal savannahs and lagoons where wildlife is often spotted from lower altitudes.
Ogooué Meanders
The complex, snake-like curves of the Ogooué River as it cuts through the Chaillu Massif foothills.
The Malebo Pool
The massive, lake-like widening of the Congo River that separates Brazzaville and Kinshasa.
Kinshasa Skyline
A rare view of the capital of the DRC directly across the water from Brazzaville during the final descent.
The right side is essential for the arrival phase. As the plane circles for Maya-Maya Airport, you will get a panoramic view of the Congo River and the two closest capital cities in the world. Aim for a window seat away from the wing to clearly see the 'Pool' and the river traffic. Use a polarizer on your camera to cut through the frequent tropical haze.
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Akanda National Park
Aerial views of the sprawling mangroves and tidal flats north of Libreville during the climb out.
Lopé National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring a unique transition zone between dense rainforest and ancient savannah.
Ogooué River Confluence
Observation of the massive Ogooué River winding through the deep equatorial greenery of central Gabon.
Batéké Plateau
As you enter Congo, the landscape shifts to the high, sandy plateaus characterized by rolling grasslands and deep valleys.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to see the sunrise over the Gabon forest. Keep an eye out for the distinct line where the dense rainforest gives way to the more open grasslands of the Batéké region near the border. Cloud cover is very common in the afternoon, so morning departures offer much better visibility of the terrain.
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Get eSIMs for Congo (Brazzaville)Distance: 834 km (518 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: LBV (0.458600014448, 9.4122800827)
Arrival: BZV (-4.251699924468993, 15.253000259399414)
Route Type: International
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