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ARI → SCL
Which side of the plane to sit from Chacalluta Airport (Arica) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (Santiago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the majestic Andes mountain range, featuring high-altitude salt flats, active volcanoes, and the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere.
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The Andes Cordillera
Continuous views of the snow-capped mountain range spanning the entire flight path.
Volcanic Peaks
Sightings of prominent volcanoes like Licancabur and the massive Ojos del Salado.
Salar de Atacama
The vast, white expanse of the world's third-largest salt flat visible from high altitude.
Atacama Textures
Intricate geological patterns and color variations of the world's driest non-polar desert.
Mount Aconcagua
As the flight approaches Santiago, the highest peak in the Americas dominates the horizon.
Book a window seat in the front or rear of the plane to avoid the wing. Morning flights are superior as the sun illuminates the eastern face of the Andes, revealing deep shadows and sharp details. In winter (June-August), the snow line descends significantly, offering a much more dramatic alpine landscape.
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Pacific Horizon
The endless blue of the Pacific Ocean contrasting with the arid coastal terrain.
Coastal Cities
Bird's-eye views of Antofagasta, Caldera, and La Serena hugging the narrow coastline.
Camanchaca Fog
The unique coastal mist rolling in from the sea against the steep desert cliffs.
Bahía Inglesa
Turquoise waters and white sandy coves visible near the city of Copiapó.
This side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. While less mountainous, it provides a better perspective of how Chilean civilization is squeezed between the mountains and the sea. Keep an eye out for the rugged 'Cordillera de la Costa' (Coastal Range) during the descent into Santiago.
Book Hotels in SantiagoDistance: 1,673 km (1,040 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: ARI (-18.348499, -70.338699)
Arrival: SCL (-33.393001556396484, -70.78579711914062)
Route Type: Domestic
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