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CUZ → JUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (Cuzco) to Inca Manco Capac International Airport (Juliaca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the Cordillera Vilcanota, featuring the massive Nevado Ausangate, which is the highest and most sacred peak in the Cusco region.
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Nevado Ausangate
The massive 6,384m peak dominates the horizon shortly after departure from Cusco.
Cordillera Vilcanota
A stunning range of permanent glaciers and snow-capped peaks stretching across the horizon.
Glacial Lagoons
Small, turquoise-blue high-altitude lakes tucked into the crevices of the mountain ranges.
Altiplano Transition
The dramatic visual shift from deep Andean valleys to the high-altitude flat plains.
Cuzco Valley
Sweeping views of the ancient Incan capital and the surrounding red-tiled roofs during ascent.
Choose a morning flight (before 10 AM) for the clearest visibility, as clouds typically build up over the peaks by afternoon. Sit well ahead of the wing (Rows 1-8) to capture the vertical scale of the glaciers against the valley floor.
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Vilcanota River
Follow the path of the river that carved the Sacred Valley as it snakes toward the Altiplano.
La Raya Pass
The highest point of the train route between Cusco and Puno is visible from the air as a deep mountain notch.
Pucará Highlands
Red rock formations and rolling hills surrounding the historic town famous for its ceramic bulls.
Lake Umayo
Visible just before the final approach into Juliaca, often reflecting the sky like a mirror.
Lake Titicaca
Distant but expansive views of the world's highest navigable lake appearing on the horizon during descent.
During the final descent into Juliaca (JUL), look for the Sillustani funeral towers near Lake Umayo. This side is often less affected by direct glare during the morning southward flight, making it better for capturing the deep colors of the Andean landscape.
Book Hotels in JuliacaDistance: 288 km (179 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: CUZ (-13.535699844400003, -71.9387969971)
Arrival: JUL (-15.467100143432615, -70.158203125)
Route Type: Domestic
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