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LIM → CUZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima) to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (Cuzco)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the high Andean peaks and the iconic spiraling descent into the Cusco valley, providing a superior perspective of the city's historic center.
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Lima Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the sprawling capital and the contrasting residential districts against the grey coastal hills.
Cordillera Central
Glaciated peaks of the Huaytapallana range visible as the aircraft reaches cruising altitude over the Andes.
Sacred Valley Vistas
Deep green valleys and the winding Urubamba River appearing just before the descent sequence begins.
Cusco Historic Center
Direct view of the Plaza de Armas and the terracotta rooftops of the city during the final banking turn for landing.
Andean Terraces
Ancient and modern agricultural terraces (andenes) visible on the steep mountain slopes surrounding the city.
Book an early morning flight (between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM) for the clearest skies and minimal turbulence. The left side is crucial for the final approach as the plane typically makes a wide left-hand turn over the city, offering a spectacular panoramic view of Cusco. Keep your shutter speed high to capture the sharp details of the mountain ridges.
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Pacific Horizon
Sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and San Lorenzo Island immediately following takeoff from LIM.
Coastal Desert
The stark transition from the misty coastline to the arid, golden dunes of the Peruvian desert strip.
Apurímac Canyon
Breathtaking views of one of the deepest canyons in the world, carved by the Apurímac River.
Salcantay Massif
The towering white pyramid of Salkantay, one of the most sacred peaks (Apus) in Inca mythology.
Southern Volcanic Arc
Distal views of the volcanic cones located toward the Arequipa region on exceptionally clear days.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in the geology of the desert-to-mountain transition. Afternoon flights can be beautiful on this side but watch out for intense glare from the sun reflecting off the wing. During the wet season (December–March), this side often provides dramatic views of towering cumulus clouds building over the Amazon basin to the east.
Book Hotels in CuzcoDistance: 586 km (364 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)
Arrival: CUZ (-13.535699844400003, -71.9387969971)
Route Type: Domestic
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