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OUA → ADD
Which side of the plane to sit from Ouagadougou Airport (Ouagadougou) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the vast Sudd wetlands in South Sudan and the dramatic northern escarpments of the Ethiopian Highlands during the descent.
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Ouagadougou Outskirts
Aerial view of the 'Land of Upright People' as you depart the Burkinabé capital.
Sahelian Tapestry
The striking transition zone between the Sahara desert to the north and the tropical savannas.
Lake Chad Basin
A glimpse of the historic, shallow inland sea that borders Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon.
The Sudd Wetlands
One of the world's largest freshwater wetlands, appearing as a shimmering green maze in South Sudan.
Abyssinian Massif
The rugged northern peaks of the Ethiopian Highlands as the plane approaches the Entoto Mountains.
Sit on the left (Port side) to avoid direct sunlight on this eastbound flight, especially during morning departures. This side offers the best contrast for viewing the Sudd's water channels. Look out for the Blue Nile's deep gorges as you enter Ethiopian airspace.
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Adamawa Plateau
High-altitude volcanic formations along the border of Nigeria and Cameroon.
Ubangi River Tributaries
Winding river systems snaking through the Central African Republic's dense vegetation.
The White Nile
Crossing the historic river south of the Sudd, a lifeline for East Africa.
Great Rift Valley
Dramatic geological fault lines and escarpments visible as you reach the Ethiopian border.
Lake Ziway
One of the beautiful Great Rift Valley lakes often visible during the final approach pattern into ADD.
The right side (Starboard) is excellent for viewing the southern Rift Valley lakes. However, be prepared for intense sun glare throughout the flight given the eastward trajectory. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the haze over the Central African savannas.
Book Hotels in Addis AbabaDistance: 4,417 km (2,745 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 12 min
Departure: OUA (12.3532, -1.51242)
Arrival: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Route Type: International
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