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MPM → LAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Maputo Airport (Maputo) to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (Luanda)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this trans-continental flight, offering a dramatic transition from the Maputo coastline to the arid landscapes of the Kalahari and finally the stunning Atlantic coastline of Angola on approach to Luanda.
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Maputo Bay
Aerial views of the Maputo harbor and the Estreito de Maputo immediately after takeoff.
Kalahari Basin
Vast stretches of red sand dunes and scrubland as the flight crosses northern South Africa and Botswana.
Cunene River
The natural border between Namibia and Angola, visible as a thin green ribbon in the arid landscape.
Moçâmedes Desert
The northern reaches of the Namib desert meeting the Atlantic Ocean in southern Angola.
Ilha de Luanda
The iconic sandspit and bay of Luanda visible during the final descent into LAD airport.
Choose a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the Namibian coast. During the final 20 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the deep blue Atlantic and the Luanda shoreline.
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Limpopo National Park
Fly over the rugged terrain of western Mozambique and the trans-frontier conservation areas.
Okavango Delta Edge
Distant views of the lush green wetlands of northern Botswana if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Bié Plateau
The central highlands of Angola, featuring rolling hills and higher elevations with cooler climates.
Kwanza River
One of Angola's largest rivers, winding through the interior towards the coast.
Luanda Cityscape
A view of the expanding urban sprawl and high-rise developments of the Angolan capital.
On the right side, you will have a better view of the interior Angolan highlands. This side is particularly scenic during the late afternoon as the sun sets over the Atlantic (behind the left side), casting long shadows over the inland mountain ranges.
Book Hotels in LuandaDistance: 2,787 km (1,732 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min
Departure: MPM (-25.920799, 32.572601)
Arrival: LAD (-8.858369999999999, 13.2312)
Route Type: International
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