LHR → CPT

Iberian Peninsula

View the night lights of the Spanish coast or the Balearic Islands shortly before the flight crosses into African airspace.

Skeleton Coast

Look out for the hauntingly beautiful meeting of the Namib Desert dunes and the Atlantic Ocean as you fly over Namibia.

Table Mountain

The star of the show; catch the iconic flat-topped mountain and Lion's Head as the plane maneuvers for landing.

Robben Island

Spot the historic island in Table Bay, clearly visible from the right side during a standard approach into runway 19.

City Bowl

Enjoy a panoramic view of the Cape Town city center and the V&A Waterfront tucked beneath the mountain range.

European Cityscapes

Early in the flight, catch the glittering lights of major French cities like Paris or Lyon depending on the specific airway used.

African Sunrise

As the flight heads south overnight, the left side is perfectly positioned to witness a spectacular sunrise over the African interior.

Cape Fold Mountains

During the descent, enjoy views of the rugged Boland and Hottentots Holland mountain ranges that define the Western Cape landscape.

Winelands Scenery

Glimpse the lush valleys of Stellenbosch and Paarl as the aircraft aligns for the final approach into Cape Town International.