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LIS โ MPM
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Maputo Airport (Maputo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Sahara's interior massifs, the lush Congo Basin, and a superior perspective of Maputo Bay and the capital's skyline during the final approach.
Tagus Estuary
Aerial view of Lisbon's iconic bridges and the historic Belรฉm district shortly after takeoff.
Atlas Mountains
The dramatic, often snow-capped ridges of Morocco appearing as you cross into Africa.
Central Sahara
Vast, undulating sand dunes of the Algerian and Nigerien deserts with striking orange hues.
Aรฏr Mountains
Dark, volcanic rock formations in northern Niger that rise sharply from the desert floor.
Congo Basin
A seemingly endless expanse of deep green tropical rainforest and winding river tributaries.
Maputo Bay
The sparkling Indian Ocean and the Maputo city skyline during the descent into Mozambique.
Book a seat on the left to capture the sunrise over the African continent if taking an overnight flight. On approach to Maputo, the left side typically faces the city and the Katembe Bridge. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the atmospheric haze over the Sahara.
Atlantic Horizon
Stunning views of the coastline where the Sahara meets the Atlantic Ocean early in the flight.
Saharan Sunset
Breathtaking colors as the sun dips below the horizon over the West African desert plains.
Angolan Highlands
The high plateau regions of Angola featuring deep valleys and rugged terrain.
Zambezi River
Views of one of Africa's longest rivers as the flight path moves toward the southeast.
Kalahari Fringes
The transition from arid desert to the savanna landscapes of southern Africa.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for southward flights departing Lisbon in the afternoon. It offers excellent views of the moon over the Atlantic at night. Be sure to look out for the unique circular geological formations in the Western Sahara regions and the transition to the South African Highveld.
Distance: 8,400 km (5,220 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 53 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: MPM (-25.920799, 32.572601)
Route Type: International
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