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LLW → NBO
Which side of the plane to sit from Lilongwe International Airport (Lilongwe) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for Africa's most iconic peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as prolonged views of the shimmering Lake Malawi shortly after takeoff.
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Lake Malawi
The 'Lake of Stars' dominates the view early in the flight with its crystal-clear turquoise waters.
Livingstone Mountains
The rugged, steep escarpments that plunge directly into the eastern shores of Lake Malawi.
Mount Kilimanjaro
The ultimate highlight; catch the snow-capped Kibo peak rising above the clouds as you cross into Kenya.
Chyulu Hills
Ancient volcanic cinder cones and craters forming a striking 'green hills' landscape.
Tsavo West
Aerial views of the red-soil savannahs and diverse wildlife corridors near the Kenyan border.
The right side is essential for viewing Mount Kilimanjaro. For the best experience, book a morning flight (around 08:00–11:00 AM) when the mountain is least likely to be obscured by afternoon cloud cover. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing for the best angle of the Livingstone range.
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Southern Highlands
View the lush, rolling green hills of Tanzania's Southern Highlands near Mbeya.
Great Rift Valley
Witness the dramatic drop-offs and geological scars of the Eastern Rift escarpment.
Lake Natron
Look for the distinct pink and red hues of this alkaline lake, famous for its flamingo colonies.
Mount Meru
A clear view of the massive horseshoe-shaped crater of Tanzania's second-highest peak.
Sit on the left if you are interested in the geological formations of the Rift Valley. This side is often less affected by direct afternoon sun glare when flying northward, providing better conditions for photography of the Tanzanian interior.
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Get eSIMs for KenyaDistance: 1,429 km (888 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: LLW (-13.7894001007, 33.78099823)
Arrival: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Route Type: International
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