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ATL → SCL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (Santiago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled front-row seat to the majestic Andes Mountains during the final hours of the flight, including views of Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere.
Florida Panhandle
Scenic views of the Gulf Coast and emerald waters shortly after departure from Atlanta.
Western Cuba
Aerial perspectives of the lush landscapes and coastline of the Pinar del Río region.
Panama Canal
A unique look at the world-famous engineering marvel as the flight crosses from the Caribbean to the Pacific.
The High Andes
Spectacular snow-capped peaks and high-altitude glaciers across Ecuador and Peru.
Mount Aconcagua
The highest peak in the Americas, visible on the approach into Santiago near the border with Argentina.
Book the overnight flight from ATL to arrive in SCL at dawn. The morning sun provides perfect lighting for the Andes peaks on the left. Ensure you choose a seat well ahead of or behind the wing to see the high-altitude valleys clearly. Aconcagua will appear roughly 30 to 45 minutes before touchdown.
Gulf of Mexico
Deep blue expanses and occasional sightings of offshore platforms in the early stages of the flight.
Pacific Coastline
Dramatic views where the rugged coastal deserts of Peru and Chile meet the Pacific Ocean.
Atacama Desert
Vast, martian-like landscapes of the world's driest non-polar desert in northern Chile.
Pacific Horizon
If the timing is right, spectacular sunset views over the open ocean before the flight turns south.
Coastal Cities
Glowing night lights of major coastal hubs like Lima and Antofagasta during the descent south.
The right side is preferred for passengers who enjoy vast ocean horizons and coastal geometry. It is particularly good for spotting the unique topography of the Atacama Desert. If you are flying during a full moon, the reflection on the Pacific Ocean is breathtaking.
Distance: 7,588 km (4,715 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 56 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: SCL (-33.393001556396484, -70.78579711914062)
Route Type: International
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