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PNR → COO
Which side of the plane to sit from Pointe Noire Airport (Pointe-noire) to Cadjehoun Airport (Cotonou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides an exceptional vantage point of the diverse West African coastline, including tropical rainforests, the massive Niger Delta, and the urban sprawl of Lagos.
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Gabon Rainforests
Dense, emerald-green canopy views of the Loango and Mandji regions near the equator.
Mount Cameroon
On clear days, the silhouette of this massive volcanic peak can be seen rising above the clouds near the border of Cameroon.
Niger Delta
A mesmerizing network of thousands of winding river branches and mangrove swamps in southern Nigeria.
Lagos Cityscape
A spectacular view of Africa's most populous city, featuring the Third Mainland Bridge and the Lagos Lagoon.
Cotonou Shoreline
The final approach provides a close-up of Benin's golden beaches and the bustling Cotonou Port.
The right side is significantly more scenic. For the best visibility of land features, try to book a flight that departs in the early morning to avoid the heavy coastal haze and convection clouds that typically build up in the afternoon. Seat yourself ahead of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Niger Delta's intricate waterways.
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Gulf of Guinea
Expansive views of the deep Atlantic waters throughout the majority of the flight duration.
Horizon Sunsets
On afternoon and evening flights, the left side offers direct views of the sun dipping into the ocean.
Maritime Traffic
Observe cargo ships and tankers queuing for major ports like Port Gentil and Lagos from high altitude.
Choose the left side if you prefer a peaceful, open-ocean view or are flying in the late afternoon and want to avoid the direct glare of the sun while still catching the sunset. Glare can be intense over the water, so polarized sunglasses are recommended.
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Get eSIMs for BeninDistance: 1,630 km (1,013 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: PNR (-4.816030025482178, 11.88659954071045)
Arrival: COO (6.357230186462402, 2.384350061416626)
Route Type: International
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