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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side provides a stunning visual journey from the tropical Atlantic coastline through the dramatic, color-shifting landscapes of the Namib and Kalahari deserts before reaching the South African highveld.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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Gulf of Guinea

Breathtaking views of the Atlantic coastline where the tropical forests meet the ocean.

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Luanda Skyline

The capital of Angola is often visible as a major urban hub along the rugged southwestern coast.

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Namib Desert

Experience the stark transition to the world's oldest desert, featuring vast orange sand dunes and rocky outcrops.

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Kalahari Basin

The unique red sands and semi-arid savannahs of the Kalahari provide a vivid contrast to the earlier tropical views.

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Witwatersrand Basin

Look for the massive mine tailings and industrial landscapes that define the historic gold-mining region around Johannesburg.

The right side is unbeatable for afternoon flights, offering spectacular sunset views over the Atlantic and the Namibian deserts. For the best photography of the desert dunes, aim for a seat mid-cabin to avoid the wing and engine heat haze. The transition from green to red earth is a highlight of this route.

Left Side Highlights
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Lagos Urban Sprawl

Aerial view of the sprawling Lagos metropolis and the Lekki Peninsula upon departure.

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Mount Cameroon

If the route tracks inland, witness the highest peak in West/Central Africa rising above the clouds.

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Congo Basin

The world's second-largest rainforest, appearing as an endless, deep green carpet bisected by winding rivers.

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Okavango Delta Edge

Distant views of the lush wetlands where the interior rivers of Botswana begin to fan out.

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Pretoria Cityscape

Clear views of South Africa's administrative capital and the Union Buildings during the final descent.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh direct glare of the sun. It is the better side for spotting massive inland river systems like the Congo and Zambezi. Keep an eye out for the distinctive grid patterns of Pretoria as you enter South African airspace.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,524 km (2,811 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 19 min

Departure: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)

Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)

Route Type: International

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