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GYE → SCL
Which side of the plane to sit from José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (Guayaquil) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (Santiago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled front-row seat to the massive Andes mountain range, snow-capped volcanoes, and the dramatic Atacama Desert landscapes throughout the flight south.
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The Andes Range
Continuous views of the world's longest continental mountain range, featuring rugged peaks and high-altitude valleys.
Peruvian Volcanoes
Spot prominent peaks like Coropuna and Misti as the flight passes over Southern Peru.
Atacama Desert
The striking orange and red textures of the driest non-polar place on Earth, visible as you cross into Northern Chile.
Mount Aconcagua
The highest peak in the Western Hemisphere (6,961m) is visible to the east during the final descent into Santiago.
High-Altitude Salt Flats
Look for the white glints of various salares scattered across the Altiplano landscape.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. A morning flight is ideal as the sun illuminates the western face of the Andes, providing perfect lighting for photography. During the descent into SCL, keep your camera ready for the dramatic transition from the desert to the fertile Maipo Valley.
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Pacific Ocean Coastline
Views of the vast Pacific and the rugged cliffs where the desert meets the sea.
Paracas Peninsula
The distinct geography of the Peruvian coast, including the protected marine areas near Pisco.
Sunset Horizon
On evening flights, this side offers spectacular sunsets over the ocean horizon.
Coastal Cities
Bird's eye views of port cities like Antofagasta and Valparaíso depending on the flight path.
The right side is best for afternoon or evening flights to experience the sunset over the Pacific. It is also generally less glary during the morning compared to the left side. If the flight path stays closer to the coast, you may see the 'Camanchaca' fog rolling in from the ocean onto the desert hills.
Book Hotels in SantiagoDistance: 3,600 km (2,237 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 14 min
Departure: GYE (-2.15741991997, -79.88359832760001)
Arrival: SCL (-33.393001556396484, -70.78579711914062)
Route Type: International
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