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UEL → MPM
Which side of the plane to sit from Quelimane Airport (Quelimane) to Maputo Airport (Maputo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the turquoise Mozambique Channel and the stunning islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago during the cruise south.
Mozambique Channel
Continuous views of the Indian Ocean's deep blue waters and passing maritime traffic throughout the flight.
Bazaruto Archipelago
High-altitude views of the world-famous sandbars and coral reefs near Vilankulo and Benguerra islands.
Inhambane Coastline
Spot the distinctive white sand dunes and turquoise lagoons around the Tofo and Barra peninsulas.
Inhaca Island
A clear view of this marine biological reserve located at the southern entrance of Maputo Bay.
Maputo-Katembe Bridge
See Africa's longest suspension bridge connecting the capital to the southern districts during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the ocean. Keep your camera ready about 35-45 minutes into the flight for the Bazaruto islands. This side provides the most iconic tropical views of the Mozambican coastline.
Zambezi River Delta
View the massive network of mangroves and silt-rich distributaries shortly after departing Quelimane.
City of Beira
Look for the dense urban layout and large industrial port area of Mozambique's central economic hub.
Save River Basin
Observe the winding path of the Save River as it carves through the landscape to divide central and southern provinces.
Maputo Urban Sprawl
Watch the rapid urban development and residential housing projects on the northern outskirts of the capital city.
The right side is ideal for geography enthusiasts interested in river deltas and urban development. To avoid the intense glare of the afternoon sun hitting the cabin windows, the right side is generally preferred for late-day travel southward.
Distance: 1,000 km (621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: UEL (-17.855499267578125, 36.86909866333008)
Arrival: MPM (-25.920799, 32.572601)
Route Type: Domestic
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