Passengers will see the vast expanse of the Lagos Lagoon and the city's impressive skyline, including landmarks like the Third Mainland Bridge during the climb.
The Left Side is superior for its view of the Atlantic coastline during takeoff, the rugged Atakora mountain ranges, and the final approach over the dramatic bends of the Niger River entering Bamako.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Hoggar Mountains in the Sahara and a better vantage point for the distant Swiss and French Alps while traversing European airspace.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the volcanic Jos Plateau in Nigeria and the sprawling Sudd wetlands in South Sudan, concluding with a dramatic descent over the Ethiopian Highlands.
The right side offers a superior view of Nigeria's urban development and major landmarks, including the vast sprawl of Lagos, the historic brown roofs of Ibadan, and a more direct view of the Kaduna River upon arrival.
The Right Side offers a superior perspective of the Lagos metropolis upon departure and the intricate geography of the Mississippi River Delta during the arrival phase in the United States.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the West African coastline during departure and typically provides more scenic views of the U.S. East Coast, including New England and Long Island, during the descent into New York.
While both sides primarily view the Atlantic Ocean, the Right Side offers superior views of the Lagos mainland upon departure and a higher likelihood of seeing the US East Coast and the Appalachian foothills during the descent into Atlanta.