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LAX → LIM
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Mexican Sierra Madre, the volcanic chains of Central America, and the dramatic approach into Peru alongside the towering Andes Mountains.
Sierra Madre Occidental
A massive mountain range spanning western Mexico with deep canyons and high peaks.
Central American Volcanoes
Distant views of active volcanic cones along the coasts of Nicaragua and Costa Rica.
Isthmus of Panama
The narrow strip of land connecting the continents and the Caribbean entrance to the canal.
Colombian Andes
High altitude peaks and lush valleys of the northernmost section of the Andes.
Cordillera Blanca
Stunning glaciated peaks of the Peruvian Andes visible during the descent into Lima.
Choose the left side for morning flights to witness the sunrise illuminating the Andes. This side is superior for landmarks; look out for the transition from the lush tropics of Panama to the arid peaks of northern Peru. Ensure your window is clear for the final approach into LIM, where the mountains meet the coastal fog.
Baja California
The rugged, desert landscape of the peninsula and the deep blue Sea of Cortez.
Pacific Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the vast Pacific Ocean, ideal for spotting marine weather patterns.
Nicoya Peninsula
The westernmost edge of Costa Rica's lush, green Pacific coastline.
Sechura Desert
The vast, alien-like coastal desert plains of northern Peru as you fly south.
Oceanic Sunset
Brilliant colors over the Pacific during the late afternoon portion of southbound flights.
The right side is ideal for avoiding the harsh morning sun during the long stretch over the Pacific. It offers the best views of the Baja California coastline early in the flight. For night flights, this side provides a peaceful view of the moon reflecting off the ocean surface.
Distance: 6,721 km (4,176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 54 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)
Route Type: International
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