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OXB → RAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (Bissau) to Praia International Airport (Praia, Santiago Island)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more comprehensive look at the Guinea-Bissau coastline and the dramatic volcanic landscape of Santiago Island during the descent into Praia.
Bissau Cityscape
Excellent views of the capital city and the Geba River estuary immediately after takeoff.
Cacheu River Mangroves
The intricate green patterns of the northern Guinea-Bissau river deltas and mangrove forests.
Caravela and Carache Islands
The northernmost inhabited islands of the Bijagós chain with white sand fringes.
Maio Island
Depending on the flight path, look out for the flat, desert-like profile of Maio to the east before landing.
Santiago Volcanic Peaks
Dramatic views of the jagged mountain interior of Santiago Island as you descend.
Sit ahead of the wing for the best photography of the volcanic terrain. Morning flights are ideal to have the sun behind you, illuminating the red and green hues of the Cape Verdean mountains during arrival.
Orango National Park
Aerial views of the southernmost islands of the Bijagós Archipelago, famous for saltwater hippos.
South Atlantic Crossing
Deep blue ocean views for the majority of the flight duration between the continent and the islands.
Praia Harbor
A clear view of the industrial port and the coastline of southern Santiago Island during the final approach.
Praia City Beaches
Spot the urban beaches like Prainha and Quebra Canela as the plane aligns for the runway.
On late afternoon flights, this side offers stunning sunset views over the Atlantic. It is also the side to watch for the southern edge of the Bijagós biosphere reserve shortly after departing Bissau.
Distance: 912 km (567 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: OXB (11.894800186157228, -15.65369987487793)
Arrival: RAI (14.924500465393065, -23.49349975585937)
Route Type: International
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