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LHR → LOS
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the European coastline, the dramatic transition across the Strait of Gibraltar, and the undulating dunes of the Western Sahara, often bathed in golden afternoon light.
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Bay of Biscay
The dramatic meeting point of the North Atlantic and the rugged northern coast of Spain.
Madrid Plateau
The high-altitude Meseta Central of Spain, characterized by its golden-brown summer hues.
Strait of Gibraltar
The iconic crossing point where the European and African continents are separated by only 14 kilometers of water.
Grand Erg Occidental
A massive 'sea of sand' with enormous, flowing crescent-shaped dunes that stretch to the horizon.
Lagos Lagoon and Atlantic
The sprawling urban expanse of Lagos and the Gulf of Guinea coastline during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon departures to witness the sunset over the Atlantic and the Sahara. It provides the best view of the Strait of Gibraltar and the crossing into Africa. During the descent into LOS, the right side typically offers a better view of the Victoria Island skyline and the Atlantic coastline depending on the active runway.
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Paris and Central France
Views of the French capital's sprawl and the orderly agricultural patterns of the Loire Valley.
Atlas Mountains
The rugged, often snow-capped peaks of the Saharan Atlas range in northern Algeria.
Tassili n'Ajjer
Stunning vistas of the vast 'plateau of rivers' featuring prehistoric rock forests and sandstone arches.
Hoggar Mountains
Dramatic volcanic massifs and dark jagged peaks rising sharply from the central Saharan floor.
Niger River Basin
The winding silver ribbon of the Niger River as it transitions the landscape from desert to tropical savanna.
Choose the left side for better views of the central Saharan mountain ranges and the deep interior of the African continent. On daytime flights, this side remains in the shade for most of the journey, reducing glare on your window for photography. Keep an eye out for the twinkling lights of Algiers if flying during twilight.
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Get eSIMs for NigeriaDistance: 5,004 km (3,109 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 53 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Route Type: International
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