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WVB → JNB
Which side of the plane to sit from Walvis Bay Airport (Walvis Bay) to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides an unparalleled view of the iconic red Namib Sand Sea and the vibrant pink salt evaporation pans immediately upon departure.
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Walvis Bay Salt Works
Vivid pink and turquoise evaporation ponds located just south of the airport, creating a stunning patchwork from above.
Namib Sand Sea
Fly over the UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the highest and oldest sand dunes in the world.
Naukluft Mountains
Rugged dolomite and limestone ridges that rise sharply from the desert floor, offering dramatic shadows.
Witwatersrand Mine Dumps
The 'Golden Mountains' of Johannesburg—massive yellow tailings dams that signal your arrival in the mining heartland.
FNB Stadium
A potential view of the iconic 'Calabash' stadium during the southern approach sequence into OR Tambo.
The first 15 minutes of the flight are the most critical for the right side; keep your camera ready for the contrast between the ocean and the desert. For afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for the deep orange hues of the Namib dunes.
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The stark geological boundary where the greenery and rock of the canyon stop the northward migration of the Namib dunes.
Gamsberg Macrorange
Observe Namibia's largest table-top mountain as the flight crosses the Great Escarpment toward the inland plateau.
Kalahari Bushveld
Transition into the reddish sands and sparse vegetation of the Kalahari Desert, marked by long linear dunes.
Vaal River Meanders
Look for the winding blue ribbon of the Vaal River as you approach the Gauteng provincial border.
Sit on the left side during morning flights (around 08:00–11:00) to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is superior for observing the transition from the desert to the rugged central highlands near Windhoek and the agricultural clusters of the North West province.
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Get eSIMs for South AfricaDistance: 1,419 km (882 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: WVB (-22.9799, 14.6453)
Arrival: JNB (-26.1392, 28.246)
Route Type: International
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