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LHR → EBB
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the approach into Entebbe, featuring the vast expanse of Lake Victoria and the winding path of the White Nile through South Sudan.
The Alps
Distant but clear views of the snow-capped Swiss and French Alps as the plane crosses over central Europe.
Mediterranean Crossing
Deep blue vistas and the possibility of spotting the rugged coastlines of Sicily or Malta depending on the specific corridor.
The White Nile
Follow the serpentine path of the Nile as it meanders through the wetlands and plains of South Sudan.
Lake Victoria
An incredible view of the world's second-largest freshwater lake, which looks like an ocean from the air.
Entebbe Peninsula
Visuals of the lush, green fingers of land and islands surrounding the airport during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the sunrise if you are on an overnight flight arriving in the morning. The landing at EBB usually approaches over Lake Victoria, making the left side perfect for seeing the shoreline and the source of the Nile nearby. Ensure your window is clear of frost for the South Sudan segment, as the river patterns are intricate and photogenic.
Parisian Outskirts
Shortly after clearing the English Channel, the right side often catches the sprawl of Paris and the Seine.
Great Sahara Desert
Hours of spectacular, shifting golden dunes and the stark, wind-carved landscapes of Algeria and Niger.
Tibesti Mountains
The dramatic, dark volcanic peaks rising from the desert floor in Northern Chad are a rare and rugged sight.
Tropical Transition
Witness the 'Green Line' where the arid Sahel gives way to the dense, dark green canopy of the equatorial forests.
Albertine Rift
Views of the Western Rift Valley escarpments and potentially Lake Albert as you enter Ugandan airspace.
The right side is the 'desert side.' It provides the most consistent views of the Sahara's vastness. During midday flights, the sun will be on this side for much of the journey, so keep your window shade down when not viewing to avoid heat. It is particularly good for spotting the dramatic transition between desert and tropical biomes over the Central African Republic.
Distance: 6,497 km (4,037 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 39 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: EBB (0.042386, 32.443501)
Route Type: International
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