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LOS → JNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos) to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)?
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.
Gulf of Guinea
Breathtaking views of the Atlantic coastline where the tropical forests meet the ocean.
Luanda Skyline
The capital of Angola is often visible as a major urban hub along the rugged southwestern coast.
Namib Desert
Experience the stark transition to the world's oldest desert, featuring vast orange sand dunes and rocky outcrops.
Kalahari Basin
The unique red sands and semi-arid savannahs of the Kalahari provide a vivid contrast to the earlier tropical views.
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.
Lagos Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the sprawling Lagos metropolis and the Lekki Peninsula upon departure.
Mount Cameroon
If the route tracks inland, witness the highest peak in West/Central Africa rising above the clouds.
Congo Basin
The world's second-largest rainforest, appearing as an endless, deep green carpet bisected by winding rivers.
Okavango Delta Edge
Distant views of the lush wetlands where the interior rivers of Botswana begin to fan out.
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.
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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