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LCE → SAP
Which side of the plane to sit from Goloson International Airport (La Ceiba) to Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (San Pedro Sula)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Pico Bonito and the rugged Nombre de Dios mountain range, providing some of the most spectacular tropical mountain views in Central America.
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Pico Bonito
The iconic 2,435m peak dominates the skyline immediately after departure from La Ceiba.
Nombre de Dios Range
Lush cloud forests covering steep, jagged ridges that run parallel to the flight path.
Cangrejal River Gorge
A deep, rocky river valley known for world-class whitewater rapids visible near takeoff.
Sula Valley Plantations
Expansive aerial patterns of banana and African palm plantations as you approach San Pedro Sula.
Ulúa River
The winding path of Honduras' most important river snaking through the fertile valley floor.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminating the vertical faces of Pico Bonito. This side is superior for dramatic landscape photography, especially during the rainy season when the waterfalls are visible on the mountain slopes. Aim for a seat in front of or behind the wing on the typical turboprop aircraft used for this route.
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Caribbean Coastline
A continuous view of the white sand beaches and turquoise waters of the Honduran North Coast.
Cuero y Salado Refuge
A sprawling coastal wetland and mangrove estuary where rivers meet the Caribbean Sea.
Tela Bay
The beautiful crescent-shaped bay featuring the town of Tela and the Indura resort area.
Los Micos Lagoon
A large coastal lagoon system that is part of the Jeannette Kawas National Park.
Puerto Cortés
In the distance, the busiest port in Central America can often be spotted on a clear day.
The right side is ideal for those who prefer ocean vistas and coastal geography. It is particularly scenic during the late afternoon when the 'Golden Hour' light reflects off the Caribbean Sea. Look out for the distinct change in water color near the river mouths where sediment meets the sea.
Book Hotels in San Pedro SulaDistance: 119 km (74 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 min
Departure: LCE (15.7425, -86.852997)
Arrival: SAP (15.4526, -87.923599)
Route Type: Domestic
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