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OUA → ACC
Which side of the plane to sit from Ouagadougou Airport (Ouagadougou) to Kotoka International Airport (Accra)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most comprehensive views of the Ouagadougou urban center at takeoff and the iconic Accra skyline and coastline during the final approach.
Ouagadougou Center
A clear view of the city's core, including government buildings and the distinctive urban grid.
Black Volta River
The winding path of the river that forms a natural boundary between portions of Burkina Faso and Ghana.
Mole National Park Vicinity
Vast stretches of protected guinea savanna and wildlife corridors in northern Ghana.
Accra Skyline
Unmatched views of the central business district, featuring the Black Star Square and the Jubilee House.
Gulf of Guinea Coast
A dramatic perspective of the Atlantic waves breaking against the beaches of Osu and Labadi during the final descent.
Select the right side for the ultimate 'city-landing' experience. The approach into ACC often involves a banking turn over the ocean, giving right-side passengers a panoramic view of the Ghanaian capital's coast. Late afternoon flights are particularly scenic as the sun sets over the West African savanna.
Eastern Ouagadougou
Aerial views of the sprawling residential districts and the red-earth landscape of Burkina Faso's capital.
Lake Volta Expanse
Extensive views of the world's largest man-made reservoir, characterized by its flooded forests and intricate shoreline.
Akwapim-Togo Ranges
The lush green ridges of the mountain range that runs through eastern Ghana toward the border.
Northern Ghana Savanna
A mosaic of small-scale farms and scattered Baobab trees typical of the Upper East and Northern regions.
Tema Port Area
As the plane turns for its final approach, you can see the industrial hub and shipping lanes of the Port of Tema.
Sit on the left for the best views of Lake Volta, which is the most prominent geographic feature on this route. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, making it easier to take clear photos of the reservoir. Watch for the change in terrain from the arid Sahel to the tropical forest belt.
Distance: 765 km (475 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: OUA (12.3532, -1.51242)
Arrival: ACC (5.605189800262451, -0.16678600013256073)
Route Type: International
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