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Best window seat at Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Ébrié Lagoon, Vridi Canal, Port Bouet coastline

LandingRIGHT

Ebrié Lagoon, Abidjan city skyline, Cocody peninsula

🛫 Taking Off from Abidjan (ABJ)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting on runway 21 takes you out on a southwesterly heading right along the coast, so the ocean dominates the left side. The right side gives you a great look back at Abidjan's Ébrié Lagoon, the Vridi Canal, and the city's skyline clustered around Le Plateau and Cocody.
Look forÉbrié Lagoon, Vridi Canal, Port Bouet coastline, Le Plateau/Cocody skyline

🛬 Landing at Abidjan (ABJ)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 21 brings you in from the northeast on a southwesterly track, and the Ebrié Lagoon along with Abidjan's skyline (Plateau and Cocody) sits off to the northwest of that flight path. Sitting on the right puts you looking out over the lagoon and city rather than open ocean.
Look forEbrié Lagoon, Abidjan city skyline (Le Plateau district), Cocody peninsula, coastal strip of Port-Bouët

Félix Houphouët-Boigny International is Ivory Coast's main gateway airport, with a single terminal handling both international and domestic traffic. It serves as a key regional connecting point for West African air travel.

⛰️ Elevation23 ft
🛫 Runways1 (03/21)
✈️ HubAir Côte d'Ivoire

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Which side of the plane has the best views at Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International (ABJ)?

At Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International in Abidjan: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Ébrié Lagoon, Vridi Canal, Port Bouet coastline, Le Plateau/Cocody skyline.

What can I see during takeoff from Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International in Abidjan?

When taking off from Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International (ABJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing on runway 21 takes you out on a southwesterly heading right along the coast, so the ocean dominates the left side. The right side gives you a great look back at Abidjan's Ébrié Lagoon, the Vridi Canal, and the city's skyline clustered around Le Plateau and Cocody. Notable sights include: Ébrié Lagoon, Vridi Canal, Port Bouet coastline, Le Plateau/Cocody skyline.

What can I see when landing at Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International in Abidjan?

When landing at Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International (ABJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 21 brings you in from the northeast on a southwesterly track, and the Ebrié Lagoon along with Abidjan's skyline (Plateau and Cocody) sits off to the northwest of that flight path. Sitting on the right puts you looking out over the lagoon and city rather than open ocean. Notable sights include: Ebrié Lagoon, Abidjan city skyline (Le Plateau district), Cocody peninsula, coastal strip of Port-Bouët.

What factors affect the best window seat at Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International?

The best window seat at Abidjan Felix Houphouet Boigny International (ABJ) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Abidjan (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.