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LOS → BNI
Which side of the plane to sit from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos) to Benin Airport (Benin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Lagos coastline, the Eko Atlantic project, and the intricate mangrove networks of the western Niger Delta as you approach Benin City.
Victoria Island & Eko Atlantic
A stunning view of the Lagos skyline, including the high-rises of the financial district and the coastal reclamation project.
Lekki Peninsula
Watch the narrow strip of land between the Atlantic Ocean and the Lagos Lagoon unfold beneath the wing.
Gulf of Guinea
The vast blue expanse of the Atlantic Ocean is visible to the south during the climb to cruising altitude.
Niger Delta Creeks
As the flight nears Edo State, witness the silver, winding river networks and mangrove swamps typical of the region.
Benin City Core
A clear view of the historic city's red-roofed architecture and the layout of the ancient kingdom's capital.
The right side is significantly more scenic during the first half of the flight. For the clearest views of the coast, avoid the Harmattan season (December to February) when dust haze can obscure the horizon. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for photographing the Atlantic coastline.
Lagos Mainland
Aerial view of the dense urban sprawl of Ikeja and the busy Maryland interchange shortly after takeoff.
Upper Lagos Lagoon
The northern fringes of the lagoon where the metropolitan area transitions into the Ikorodu outskirts.
Ogun Forest Canopy
Lush green stretches of tropical forest and agricultural plantations across the Ogun and Edo state borders.
Benin North
View of the growing residential and commercial developments on the northern side of Benin City during descent.
Sit on the left if you prefer seeing the inland landscape and the industrial corridor of southwestern Nigeria. For the best visibility, choose a flight before 10:00 AM to avoid the afternoon convective clouds that often build up over the forest canopy.
Distance: 253 km (157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Arrival: BNI (6.3169798851013175, 5.599500179290772)
Route Type: Domestic
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