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NBO â KIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi) to Kisumu Airport (Kisumu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an iconic sequence of the Great Rift Valley's most famous soda lakes, the massive Menengai Crater, and a superior perspective of the Aberdare Range.
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Aberdare Mountains
High-altitude moorlands and dense forests visible in the distance shortly after takeoff.
Lake Naivasha
A beautiful freshwater lake featuring Crescent Island and surrounding flower farms.
Lake Elmenteita and Nakuru
Shimmering soda lakes that often appear pink from a distance due to flamingo populations.
Menengai Crater
Look for one of the world's largest calderas located just north of Nakuru town.
Kisumu Cityscape
Get a clear view of the lakeside city and the Port of Kisumu during the final approach.
This is the preferred side for the 'Rift Valley Lake' circuit. Sit here to see Naivasha, Elmenteita, and Nakuru in quick succession. Morning flights are ideal for the clearest air quality before the afternoon convection clouds build up over the escarpments. It also keeps you away from direct sun glare for most of the flight westward.
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Ngong Hills
View the iconic knuckle-shaped peaks just outside Nairobi, famous for being the setting of 'Out of Africa'.
Mount Suswa
A unique double-crater volcano located on the floor of the Great Rift Valley.
Mau Escarpment
Observe the dense indigenous forests and steep rising cliffs of the western Rift Valley wall.
Kericho Tea Estates
Stunning, vibrant green geometric patterns of Kenya's primary tea-growing region.
Winam Gulf
The final approach offers a sweeping view of the shallow waters of Lake Victoria's large inlet.
The left side is excellent for early morning flights to see the sunrise reflecting off the tea plantations. During the final descent, watch for the Winam Gulf shoreline. Avoid the left side in the late afternoon as the sun can be quite intense on this side of the cabin.
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Get eSIMs for KenyaDistance: 280 km (174 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Arrival: KIS (-0.0861390009522438, 34.72890090942383)
Route Type: Domestic
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