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NSI → DLA
Which side of the plane to sit from Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (Yaounde) to Douala International Airport (Douala)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Sanaga River and, on clear days, a distant but majestic silhouette of Mount Cameroon as you approach the coast.
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Yaoundé Hills
Catch glimpses of the 'City of Seven Hills' and its unique topography immediately after departing Nsimalen.
Sanaga River
Cross the largest river in Cameroon, known for its powerful rapids and wide, sandy banks.
Mount Cameroon
On clear days, look northwest to see the massive silhouette of the active volcano rising above the coastal clouds.
Douala Port
A bird's-eye view of West Africa's major shipping hub, filled with container ships and cranes near the Wouri bridge.
The right side is superior for landmarks. To see Mount Cameroon, book an early morning flight before the tropical haze and heat clouds obscure the horizon. Ensure you have a window seat to monitor the Sanaga River crossing, which is the flight's geographic midpoint.
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Mbalmayo Forest
Observe the dense, lush tropical canopy characteristic of the Congo Basin forest fringe shortly after takeoff.
Nyong River
A winding, dark-water river that meanders through the green landscape south of the flight path.
Edéa Industrial Zone
Aerial view of the hydroelectric dam and industrial complexes located near the crossing of the Sanaga River.
Wouri Estuary
The sprawling wetlands and mangrove systems where the river meets the Atlantic Ocean during the final descent.
Choose a seat behind the wing to capture the contrast between the deep green forest and the silver reflections of the Nyong River. Afternoon flights offer warmer lighting for photography of the southern wetlands.
Get eSIMs for Cameroon
Get eSIMs for CameroonDistance: 206 km (128 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: NSI (3.722559928894043, 11.553299903869627)
Arrival: DLA (4.0060801506, 9.71947956085)
Route Type: Domestic
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