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MSU â JNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Moshoeshoe I International Airport (Maseru) to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Maloti-Drakensberg mountain range early in the flight and the iconic Johannesburg skyline during the descent.
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Maloti Mountains
Breathtaking views of Lesotho's rugged highlands and snow-capped peaks during the winter months.
Golden Gate Highlands
Distant views of the iconic orange sandstone cliffs and rolling foothills near the Free State border.
Vaal Dam
The massive surface area of South Africa's second-largest dam, a vital water source for the region.
Suikerbosrand Reserve
Green ridges and valleys of this nature reserve providing a contrast to the surrounding urban development.
Johannesburg Skyline
Clear views of the Carlton Centre and Ponte City skyscraper as the aircraft aligns for landing.
OR Tambo Final Approach
Detailed view of the airport terminals and the busy logistics hubs surrounding JNB.
The right side is ideal for morning flights when the sun illuminates the Maloti mountains to the east. For the best views of the Johannesburg CBD, check the prevailing wind; if landing from the north, the right side provides a panoramic view of the city center. In summer, watch for dramatic afternoon thunderclouds building over the mountains.
Book Hotels in JohannesburgMaseru Cityscape
Aerial view of the Lesotho capital's urban sprawl and the winding Caledon River shortly after takeoff.
Free State Farmlands
Vast, geometric patterns of South African maize and sunflower fields stretching toward the horizon.
Sasolburg Industrial Hub
A glimpse of the massive chemical plants and industrial infrastructure of the Vaal Triangle.
Soweto Township
The expansive and historic urban landscape of South West Township as the plane enters Gauteng airspace.
FNB Stadium
The 'Calabash' stadium is often visible on the left during northern approaches to JNB.
Sit on the left if flying in the late afternoon to catch the sunset over the Highveld plains. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the border crossing at the Caledon River. In winter, the landscape looks golden but can be dusty, reducing long-range visibility.
Get eSIMs for Lesotho
Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 376 km (234 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: MSU (-29.462299346923828, 27.552499771118164)
Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Route Type: International
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