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GYE → PTY
Which side of the plane to sit from José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (Guayaquil) to Tocumen International Airport (Panama City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a dramatic transition from the lush Guayas delta to the dense Darien Gap, culminating in a spectacular view of the Panama City skyline and the northern Andes foothills.
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Guayas River Delta
Aerial view of the massive river system and mangrove forests surrounding Guayaquil shortly after takeoff.
Western Cordillera
The northernmost ridges of the Andes Mountains visible in the distance across the Colombian border.
Darien Gap
One of the most inaccessible places on Earth, featuring an endless canopy of deep green tropical rainforest.
Panama City Skyline
A breathtaking view of the 'Miami of the South' with its iconic curved skyscrapers and Casco Viejo.
The right side is the 'money shot' for the arrival into Tocumen. Ensure you are seated behind the wing for a clear view of the Panama City skyline. Keep an eye out early in the flight for the distant peaks of the Andes appearing through the clouds.
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Pacific Coastal Edge
Uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean meeting the rugged, verdant coastline of the Colombian Chocó.
Isla Gorgona
A former prison island turned lush National Park, visible as a dark green gem in the Pacific.
Panama Canal Entrance
On the final descent, spot the southern entrance of the Canal and dozens of cargo ships waiting to transit.
Pearl Islands
The turquoise waters and white sand beaches of the Archipiélago de las Perlas appear during the approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is superior for spotting the massive tankers queued up in the Bay of Panama and for watching the sun set over the ocean on evening departures.
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Get eSIMs for PanamaDistance: 1,250 km (777 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: GYE (-2.15741991997, -79.88359832760001)
Arrival: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Route Type: International
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