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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side is superior for this southbound journey as it offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean coastline, the lush jungles of Central America, and the towering, snow-capped peaks of the Andes Mountains during the approach into Lima.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Dallas Skyline

Clear views of the downtown Dallas skyscrapers and the sprawling Trinity River shortly after takeoff from DFW.

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Yucatan Peninsula

Deep turquoise waters and coral reefs visible as the flight crosses near Cancun and the Riviera Maya coast.

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Darien Gap

Dense, untouched tropical rainforests and winding river systems where Panama meets Colombia.

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The Andes Mountains

Stunning vistas of the Cordillera Blanca, featuring some of the highest peaks in South America during the descent.

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Lima Cityscape

A panoramic view of the dense urban sprawl of Lima as the plane turns for its final approach into Jorge Chávez.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while enjoying high-contrast views of the Andes. This side is also best for seeing the transition from the Caribbean Sea to the South American continent. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the most dramatic mountain peaks.

Right Side Highlights
7.4
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Gulf of Mexico

Vast blue expanses and occasional offshore oil rigs as the flight heads south from the Texas coast.

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Panama Canal Entrance

The Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal, often dotted with massive cargo ships waiting to transit.

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Pacific Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean, offering spectacular colors if the flight coincides with sunset.

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Peruvian Coastal Desert

The stark, martian-like landscape of the arid coastal strip where the desert meets the Pacific surf.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. As you approach Lima, look for the 'Isla San Lorenzo' and the dramatic cliffs of the Costa Verde. If flying during the day, polarized sunglasses will help reduce the glare off the ocean surface.

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Route Information

Distance: 5,424 km (3,370 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 23 min

Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)

Arrival: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)

Route Type: International

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