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PNR → ADD
Which side of the plane to sit from Pointe Noire Airport (Pointe-noire) to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior view of the Congo River's intricate drainage patterns and the breathtaking descent over the Great Rift Valley into the Ethiopian Highlands.
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Atlantic Coastline
Stunning view of the Pointe-Noire shoreline and offshore oil rigs during the initial climb.
Congo Basin
Massive expanse of deep green jungle punctuated by the silver threads of the Congo River system.
White Nile
The lifeblood of the region visible as a winding ribbon through the South Sudanese plains.
Rift Valley Escarpment
The dramatic geological drop-off and craters as the plane enters Ethiopian airspace.
Addis Ababa Skyline
Aerial view of the sprawling capital nestled in the highlands during final approach.
Prioritize the right side for the iconic Great Rift Valley views. Aim for a morning flight to avoid the thick afternoon cloud cover common over the tropical rainforests. Keep your camera ready as you cross the White Nile for spectacular river photography.
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Mayombe Forest
Dense, ancient rainforest canopy stretching towards the Gabon border immediately after departure.
Oubangui River
A significant waterway marking the natural boundary between Congo and the Central African Republic.
Bahr el Ghazal
Vast floodplains and seasonal wetlands visible in the northern South Sudan region.
Ethiopian Plateau
Rugged volcanic landscapes and high-altitude ridges as you approach the destination.
The left side is ideal for spotting the transition from the Atlantic coast into the dense Mayombe rainforest. On arrival, it offers a closer look at the Entoto Mountains north of the city. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the tropical haze.
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Get eSIMs for EthiopiaDistance: 3,354 km (2,084 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 57 min
Departure: PNR (-4.816030025482178, 11.88659954071045)
Arrival: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Route Type: International
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