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AQP → LPB
Which side of the plane to sit from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (Arequipa) to El Alto International Airport (La Paz)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the massive expanse of Lake Titicaca and the most prominent snow-capped peaks of the Cordillera Real during the approach to La Paz.
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Misti Volcano
Visible immediately after takeoff from Arequipa, this perfectly symmetrical cone dominates the skyline.
Chachani Massif
A massive, multi-peaked volcanic complex that remains snow-capped for much of the year.
Lake Titicaca
The world's highest navigable lake appears in its full glory, showing the cobalt blue waters and the Copacabana peninsula.
Isla del Sol
You can often spot this legendary Incan site situated in the southern part of Lake Titicaca.
Illampu & Ancohuma
The northern giants of the Cordillera Real, standing over 6,400 meters, provide a stunning backdrop before landing.
Choose a window seat on the left for morning flights (usually departures are early) to capture the sun illuminating the peaks and the lake without glare. The transition from the dry Arequipa landscape to the deep blues of Titicaca is best seen from this side.
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The third of Arequipa's great volcanoes, often called the 'Sleeping Indian' due to its silhouette.
Laguna de Salinas
A high-altitude salt lake that often appears bright white or pink depending on the season and mineral content.
Altiplano Plateau
Sweeping views of the vast, high-altitude plains where llamas and alpacas graze in remote wetlands.
Mount Illimani
The iconic three-peaked mountain that guards La Paz, visible during the descent and final turn toward El Alto.
El Alto Rim
Dramatic views of the urban sprawl of El Alto right as the plane touches down at one of the world's highest airports.
The right side is excellent for seeing the southern volcanic range and the dramatic approach into the La Paz basin. Sit here if you want a closer view of Mount Illimani during the final landing pattern, which often circles the city's southern edge.
Book Hotels in La PazDistance: 362 km (225 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: AQP (-16.3411006927, -71.5830993652)
Arrival: LPB (-16.513299942016598, -68.19229888916016)
Route Type: International
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