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CDG → LIM
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side (Port) offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic transition from the vast Amazonian basin into the snow-capped peaks of the High Andes, particularly the Cordillera Blanca, before descending into Lima.
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Parisian Outskirts
Aerial views of the Ile-de-France region and the winding Seine river shortly after takeoff from CDG.
Bay of Biscay
Clear views of the French southwestern coastline and the deep blue waters of the Atlantic transition.
Amazon Canopy
A vast, unbroken emerald carpet of the upper Amazon rainforest stretching toward the horizon.
Cordillera Blanca
Stunning views of Peru's highest tropical mountains, including Huascarán, visible during the trans-Andean crossing.
Lima Eastern Sprawl
The dense urban expansion of Lima climbing into the Andean foothills as the flight prepares for landing.
On this 12+ hour flight, the left side avoids the harshest direct afternoon sun when flying southwest. For the best views of the Andes, ensure you are awake approximately 60-90 minutes before landing. If departing Paris in the morning, the lighting over the Amazon will be ideal for photography without heavy glare.
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Brittany Coast
Glimpses of the rugged western tip of France and the transition into the open North Atlantic.
Amazon River Meanders
Intricate, snake-like river patterns and silt-filled tributaries deep within the Guiana Shield and Brazilian border.
Northern Peruvian Andes
Deep canyons and sharp ridges of the northern mountain ranges as the aircraft enters Peruvian airspace.
The Garúa Mist
The unique coastal fog layer typical of Lima, creating a sea of clouds that meets the desert cliffs.
Callao Port
During the final approach, views of the busy Pacific port and the San Lorenzo island off the coast.
The right side offers excellent views of the Pacific coastline if the aircraft performs a standard approach from the north. However, be aware that the 'Garúa' (thick coastal mist) often obscures the ground in Lima from May to November. This side will experience more direct sunlight during the mid-portion of the flight across the Atlantic.
Book Hotels in LimaDistance: 10,276 km (6,385 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 hrs 5 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)
Route Type: International
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