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MRU → TNR
Which side of the plane to sit from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (Plaisance) to Ivato Airport (Antananarivo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular view of Reunion Island's volcanic peaks and the dramatic approach into the mountainous Malagasy highlands.
Le Morne Brabant
Visible shortly after takeoff from Mauritius, this UNESCO-listed basaltic monolith sits on the southwestern tip of the island.
Reunion Island Peaks
A major highlight featuring the Piton de la Fournaise and Piton des Neiges, often poking through the cloud layer mid-flight.
East Madagascar Coastline
The dramatic transition from the deep blue Indian Ocean to the lush, tropical greenery of the Canal des Pangalanes region.
Red Clay Highlands
As the plane climbs toward the interior, view the iconic red laterite soil that gives Madagascar its nickname 'The Red Island'.
Terraced Rice Paddies
Intricate, hand-carved agricultural terraces lining the valleys of the Imerina region during the final descent into Antananarivo.
Book a window seat on the left (usually 'A' seats) to catch Reunion Island approximately 30-40 minutes after departure. Morning flights are preferred as afternoon convective clouds often obscure the Malagasy highlands. Avoid the wing area for the best view of the volcanic craters.
Northern Islets
Depending on the departure path, you may see Coin de Mire and the northern lagoon of Mauritius disappearing into the horizon.
Indian Ocean Horizon
Expansive views of the open ocean with frequent opportunities to spot massive cumulus cloud formations over the warm waters.
Antananarivo Urban Sprawl
View the densely packed traditional houses and the growing suburbs of the capital city as you circle for landing at Ivato.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun as you fly westward. While it misses the volcanic peaks of Reunion, it offers a wider perspective of the northern Malagasy coast during certain flight path deviations.
Distance: 1,084 km (674 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: MRU (-20.430201, 57.683601)
Arrival: TNR (-18.7969, 47.478802)
Route Type: International
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