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SEZ → JNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Seychelles International Airport (Mahe) to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most diverse views, from the coral reefs of Mahé and the red highlands of Madagascar to the coastal transition at Maputo and the South African Highveld.
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Mahé Reefs
Breathtaking turquoise coral formations and lagoons visible immediately after departure from SEZ.
Highland Ridges
The distinctive red soil and rugged, terraced topography of central Madagascar's interior.
Mozambique Channel
The deep blue contrast of the channel, occasionally offering views of remote sandbanks.
Maputo Bay
Aerial perspective of the Mozambique capital, its harbor, and the surrounding coastline.
Highveld Patchwork
The geometric agricultural patterns and rolling plains as the flight enters South African airspace.
For morning flights, the left side stays shaded, allowing for clearer photography of the Malagasy landscapes. During approach into Johannesburg, this side often offers a better view of the urban expansion and the transition from the coastal lowlands.
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Morne Seychellois
Views of the lush, granite peaks of the Seychelles' largest national park on departure.
Western Coastline
The intricate river deltas and mangrove forests of Madagascar's western edge.
Ocean Sunset
Spectacular golden hour views over the Indian Ocean on afternoon or evening scheduled flights.
Lowveld Bushveld
The semi-arid, wild landscapes of the South African interior near the Mozambique border.
Gold Mine Dumps
The iconic white and yellow mine tailings that characterize the historic Witwatersrand region.
The right side is the prime choice for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the African continent. On the final descent into JNB, keep an eye out for the large-scale mining operations that define the area's industrial history.
Book Hotels in JohannesburgDistance: 3,756 km (2,334 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 25 min
Departure: SEZ (-4.67434, 55.521801)
Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Route Type: International
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