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PBZ → JNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Plettenberg Bay Airport (Plettenberg Bay) to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the Robberg Nature Reserve immediately after takeoff and features the massive Vaal Dam and the Johannesburg city skyline during the approach into OR Tambo.
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Robberg Nature Reserve
A spectacular bird's-eye view of this iconic peninsula and marine protected area.
Garden Route Coastline
Vast views of the Indian Ocean meeting the rocky cliffs of the southern coast.
Gariep Dam
South Africa's largest reservoir often appears as a massive blue expanse in the distance.
Vaal Dam
A massive landmark indicating the descent into the Gauteng province has begun.
Johannesburg Skyline
Views of the Hillbrow Tower and the Sandton financial district skyscrapers on final descent.
The right side is the clear winner for the first five minutes of the flight; keep your camera ready for the Robberg Peninsula. Morning flights are ideal for this side to avoid the harsh afternoon sun. Watch for the Vaal Dam as a marker that you are approximately 15 to 20 minutes away from landing at OR Tambo.
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Views of the town's main beaches and the Beacon Island Hotel shortly after takeoff.
Tsitsikamma Mountains
The rugged peaks and deep green valleys of the Garden Route mountain ranges.
Great Karoo
The stark, dramatic landscapes of the semi-desert interior plateau of South Africa.
Free State Farmlands
Intricate geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation fields across the central plains.
FNB Stadium
The iconic 'Calabash' stadium may be visible on the western side during a northern approach.
Choose the left side if you enjoy observing the geological transition from the lush coast to the arid Karoo. During the mid-flight phase, look for the Vaal River winding through the landscape. For photography, late afternoon flights offer a beautiful warm glow over the Karoo mountains, but beware of direct sun glare during the morning hours.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 1,002 km (623 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: PBZ (-34.0881601675, 23.3287234306)
Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Route Type: Domestic
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