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JUL → AQP
Which side of the plane to sit from Inca Manco Capac International Airport (Juliaca) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (Arequipa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of Lake Titicaca upon departure and a dramatic, close-up perspective of El Misti during the descent into Arequipa.
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Lake Titicaca
Expansive views of the shimmering blue waters of the world's highest navigable lake immediately after takeoff.
Laguna Lagunillas
A high-altitude turquoise lagoon located at over 4,100 meters, surrounded by Andean wetlands.
El Misti Volcano
A spectacular view of Arequipa's signature symmetrical volcano as the aircraft maneuvers for landing.
Pichu Pichu
The jagged peaks of the ancient volcanic range that frames the southern side of the Arequipa basin.
Book an early morning flight for the clearest visibility and to see the sun reflecting off Lake Titicaca. Keep your window shade open from the start, as the descent begins quickly after reaching cruise altitude. This side is also less prone to sun glare in the morning.
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Altiplano Plateau
The vast, rugged landscape of the high Andes, featuring golden grasslands and distant mountain ridges.
Nevado Ampato
The distant, glacier-capped peak known for its archaeological importance and massive scale.
Nevado Chachani
A broad, snow-dusted volcanic mountain that dominates the northern horizon during the approach to Arequipa.
Arequipa Campiña
The green agricultural terraces of the Chili River valley that contrast with the surrounding desert landscape.
On afternoon flights, the right side offers better lighting for photographing the western Andean ranges without the harsh glare of the sun. Watch for the stark transition from high desert to the green Chili River valley as you approach the airport.
Book Hotels in ArequipaDistance: 181 km (112 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: JUL (-15.467100143432615, -70.158203125)
Arrival: AQP (-16.3411006927, -71.5830993652)
Route Type: Domestic
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