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LOS → KAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (Lagos) to Mallam Aminu International Airport (Kano)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dense urban sprawl of Ibadan and the historic architecture of Kano's old city, including Dala Hill, as the aircraft approaches from the south.
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Lagos Business District
Aerial views of the high-rises in Victoria Island and Ikoyi during the initial climb.
Ibadan Urban Sprawl
The iconic sea of brown roofs characteristic of West Africa's largest indigenous city.
River Confluence
On clear days, the distant merging of the Niger and Benue rivers can be spotted to the east.
Ancient Kano
The historical walls of Kano and the traditional city layout visible during the descent.
The right side is ideal for capturing the unique architecture of Kano's Old City during the landing approach. For the best photography, opt for late afternoon flights when the 'golden hour' light accentuates the red earth and traditional mud structures of the north. Use a polarizing filter to cut through the atmospheric haze typical of the Nigerian interior.
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Lagos Lagoon
Expansive views of the lagoon and the sprawling Third Mainland Bridge shortly after takeoff.
Rainforest Canopy
Dense tropical rainforests of Ogun and Oyo states transitioning into woodland savannah.
Niger River Crossing
A stunning view of the Niger River as the flight path crosses near the hydroelectric zones.
Savannah Plains
The landscape opens up into the Guinea and Sudan savannah with distinctive baobab trees.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising eastern sun. Keep your camera ready about 25-30 minutes into the flight for the Niger River crossing. During the harmattan season (December to February), visibility may be limited by dust, so mid-day flights are slightly better for clarity.
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Get eSIMs for NigeriaDistance: 834 km (518 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)
Arrival: KAN (12.0476, 8.52462)
Route Type: Domestic
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