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LOS → COO
Which side of the plane to sit from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos) to Cadjehoun Airport (Cotonou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a much more dynamic view of the coastal geography, including the intricate lagoon systems, urban sprawl of Lagos, and the border crossing into Benin.
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Lagos Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of Africa's largest city, including the densely populated mainland and the bridges connecting to the islands.
Lagos Lagoon
The massive body of water that defines the geography of the region, visible immediately after takeoff.
Badagry Creek
A long, scenic waterway running parallel to the coast, dotted with small fishing settlements and lush mangroves.
Seme Border
The visual transition at the Nigeria-Benin land border, marked by a change in road density and landscape layout.
Cotonou Cityscape
A close-up view of Benin's largest city and its unique red-roofed buildings during the final descent into COO.
The right side is the clear winner for sightseeing. Because the flight distance is only about 100km, the aircraft often stays below 15,000 feet, providing excellent detail of the inland lagoons and the Seme border. Book a morning flight for the clearest air, as Harmattan haze can significantly reduce visibility during the winter months.
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Bight of Benin
Uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean and the powerful surf crashing against the West African coastline.
Offshore Shipping
Dozens of large cargo ships and tankers anchored outside the ports of Lagos and Cotonou.
Tarkwa Bay
A glimpse of the popular sheltered beach and the breakwaters near the entrance to the Lagos harbor.
Sit on the left if you prefer the calming view of the open ocean. Since this is a very short flight, the plane will remain at a relatively low altitude, making it easy to spot individual ships and the white foam of the coastal waves. Afternoon flights may face some glare from the southern sun.
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Get eSIMs for BeninDistance: 106 km (66 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 min
Departure: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Arrival: COO (6.357230186462402, 2.384350061416626)
Route Type: International
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