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VPE → SDD
Which side of the plane to sit from Ngjiva Pereira Airport (Ondjiva) to Lubango Airport (Lubango)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views during the approach into Lubango, including the Christ the King statue and a comprehensive view of the city nestled against the mountains.
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Cristo Rei Statue
The white Christ the King statue overlooking Lubango, visible on the final descent into SDD.
Lubango City View
A full aerial perspective of the city's unique layout, surrounded by lush green hills.
Moçâmedes Railway
The historic railway line snaking through the plateau towards the Atlantic coast.
Seasonal Lagoons
Reflective pans and seasonal water bodies that appear during the rainy season (November to April).
Book a window seat on the right for the spectacular approach. The Cristo Rei statue is best seen during morning flights when the sun illuminates the white stone. Keep your camera ready during the last 10 minutes of the flight.
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Cunene Basin
The vast, semi-arid plains of the Cunene province stretching toward the Namibian border.
Serra da Chela Escarpment
Dramatic views of the massive mountain range that separates the central plateau from the coastal desert.
Traditional Huíla Settlements
View of small, circular homesteads dotting the landscape as you transition into higher altitudes.
Sit on the left if you want a better view of the rugged escarpment edge during the mid-flight phase. Use a polarizer filter for your camera to cut through the haze often present in the dry season.
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Get eSIMs for AngolaDistance: 326 km (203 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: VPE (-17.0435009003, 15.683799743700002)
Arrival: SDD (-14.924699783325195, 13.574999809265137)
Route Type: Domestic
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