Loading map...
TET → JNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Chingozi Airport (Tete) to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Zambezi River immediately after takeoff, followed by the dramatic Soutpansberg mountain range and a clear vista of the Pretoria and Johannesburg skylines during the descent.
Samora Machel Bridge
The iconic suspension bridge spanning the Zambezi at Tete, visible shortly after rotation.
Soutpansberg Mountains
Ancient, rugged quartzite ridges and diverse ecological zones visible as you cross into South Africa.
Pretoria Skyline
The Union Buildings and the administrative capital's urban layout are often visible to the west during the descent.
Johannesburg CBD
Clear views of the Carlton Centre and Ponte City Apartments as the aircraft banks for its final approach.
Choose the right side for the most iconic urban landmarks. Mid-day flights offer the best contrast for the mountain ranges, while evening flights provide a spectacular sunset over the Highveld as you land in Johannesburg.
Zambezi River Basin
Lush green floodplains and the winding course of Africa's fourth-longest river just south of Tete.
Limpopo National Park
Expansive views of the bushveld and savanna along the Mozambique-South Africa border.
Massingir Dam
A massive turquoise reservoir on the Olifants River, visible as a stark contrast to the surrounding dry terrain.
East Rand Industrial Belt
The complex network of mines, factories, and residential suburbs characterizing the final approach to JNB.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights, avoiding direct glare. This side is better for spotting the confluence of major river systems and the vastness of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park.
Distance: 1,248 km (775 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: TET (-16.104799270629886, 33.64020156860352)
Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.