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ANF → LSC
Which side of the plane to sit from Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport (Antofagasta) to La Florida Airport (La Serena)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a dramatic and continuous view of the Atacama Desert's unique geology, including the Domeyko Range and the distant, snow-capped Andes Mountains.
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Andes Cordillera
Breathtaking views of the high-altitude peaks and volcanoes that define the eastern horizon.
Atacama Plateau
The stark, martian-like landscape of the world's driest non-polar desert unfolding beneath the wing.
Mining Operations
Visible evidence of Chile's industrial heart, including massive open-pit copper mines and processing facilities.
Domeyko Range
Pre-Andean mountain ranges showing vibrant mineral-rich colors and intricate erosion patterns.
Transitional Valleys
As you head south, the first signs of semi-arid vegetation and agricultural valleys begin to appear.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the desert colors illuminated by the rising sun. This side provides the most varied terrain, ranging from high-altitude salt flats to deep tectonic canyons. Look for the 'Hand of the Desert' sculpture near Antofagasta shortly after takeoff if the flight path remains close to the highway.
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Pacific Coastline
Dramatic cliffs where the desert abruptly meets the deep blue of the Humboldt Current.
Camanchaca Clouds
A dense layer of coastal fog that often clings to the foothills of the Coast Range.
Bahía Inglesa
If the route stays coastal, catch a glimpse of the turquoise waters and white sands near Caldera.
La Serena Bay
A panoramic view of the coastline and the 'Avenida del Mar' as the plane prepares for landing.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy a sunset over the Pacific Ocean. During descent, this side offers a better view of the Coquimbo peninsula and the iconic Faro Monumental (Lighthouse) of La Serena if the wind requires a northern approach to the runway.
Book Hotels in La SerenaDistance: 724 km (450 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: ANF (-23.444501, -70.445099)
Arrival: LSC (-29.916201, -71.199501)
Route Type: Domestic
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