The long cruise phase dominates total scenic value, and the left side traces the classic Europe-to-Africa corridor: the French Alps, the Mediterranean, the vast Sahara, the Nile Valley, and the East African Rift lakes near Kilimanjaro before the coastal descent into Durban.
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Flight Path
Glasgow to Durban is 6,267 miles (10,085 km), a flight of about 11 hours 20 minutes.
The route crosses the Sahara Desert over Algeria and Niger, the Nile River near Sudan, and the East African Rift Valley with its volcanic peaks including Kilimanjaro before continuing south over Mozambique to the Indian Ocean coast.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from GLA
LEFTDeparting GLA on runway 23, the aircraft climbs southwest over the Clyde before turning south-southeast toward the continent, putting Glasgow's city center and the Southern Uplands on the left side of the aircraft.
Landing at DUR
RIGHTOn approach to DUR's runway 24, the aircraft descends from the northeast along South Africa's coast, giving right-side passengers views of Durban's beachfront skyline, harbor entrance, and the Bluff headland just before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Glasgow (GLA) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Glasgow to Durban. The long cruise phase dominates total scenic value, and the left side traces the classic Europe-to-Africa corridor: the French Alps, the Mediterranean, the vast Sahara, the Nile Valley, and the East African Rift lakes near Kilimanjaro before the coastal descent into Durban.
What can I see during takeoff from Glasgow in Glasgow?
During takeoff from Glasgow (GLA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing GLA on runway 23, the aircraft climbs southwest over the Clyde before turning south-southeast toward the continent, putting Glasgow's city center and the Southern Uplands on the left side of the aircraft. Notable sights include: Glasgow city center, River Clyde, Southern Uplands, Firth of Clyde in the distance.
What can I see when landing at King Shaka International Airport in Durban?
When landing at King Shaka International Airport (DUR), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to DUR's runway 24, the aircraft descends from the northeast along South Africa's coast, giving right-side passengers views of Durban's beachfront skyline, harbor entrance, and the Bluff headland just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Durban beachfront skyline, Durban Harbor entrance, the Bluff headland, Indian Ocean coastline.
How long is the flight from Glasgow to Durban?
The flight from Glasgow (GLA) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) takes about 11 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 6,267 miles (10,085 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Glasgow to Durban flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Sahara Desert over Algeria and Niger, the Nile River near Sudan, and the East African Rift Valley with its volcanic peaks including Kilimanjaro before continuing south over Mozambique to the Indian Ocean coast.