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IQQ โ LPB
Which side of the plane to sit from Diego Aracena Airport (Iquique) to El Alto International Airport (La Paz)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled panorama of the high-altitude salt flats and the majestic 6,438-meter peak of Mount Illimani during the approach to La Paz.
Volcรกn Isluga
An active stratovolcano located within the Chilean national park near the Bolivian border.
Salar de Coipasa
A massive, brilliant white salt flat that creates a stunning contrast against the volcanic earth.
Nevado Sajama
View Bolivia's highest mountain, an extinct stratovolcano rising 6,542 meters above sea level.
Mount Illimani
The iconic three-peaked snow-covered mountain that dominates the skyline of La Paz.
The right side is essential for the iconic landing experience. Keep your camera ready as you pass Sajama and especially during the final bank, which often circles near the base of Illimani. Seasonal snow cover is most dramatic from June to August.
Iquique Coastline
Dramatic views of the steep coastal cliffs where the Atacama Desert meets the Pacific at departure.
Atacama Desert
Vast, rust-colored landscapes and deep canyons carved into the world's driest non-polar desert.
Altiplano Basin
Expansive views of the high-altitude plateau and distant volcanic ranges to the northwest.
El Alto North
The dense urban grid of El Alto appearing as you descend onto the world's highest international airport plateau.
Morning flights are best to avoid the afternoon haze and turbulence common over the Altiplano. Sit towards the front to avoid the wing blocking the view of the desert floor.
Distance: 494 km (307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: IQQ (-20.535200119018555, -70.18129730224611)
Arrival: LPB (-16.513299942016598, -68.19229888916016)
Route Type: International
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