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LIM → GYE
Which side of the plane to sit from Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima) to José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (Guayaquil)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a continuous view of the dramatic contrast between the towering Andes Mountains and the arid coastal deserts of Peru, followed by the lush transition into the Ecuadorian mangroves.
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The Andes Mountains
The majestic mountain range runs parallel to the flight path, showcasing snow-capped peaks in the distance.
Sechura Desert
A vast expanse of white sand and dunes in northern Peru, creating a moon-like landscape below.
Trujillo and Chan Chan
The urban sprawl of Trujillo and the nearby ancient mud-brick city of the Chimú Empire.
Piura River Oasis
Bright green ribbons of agricultural land cutting through the brown desert landscape.
Guayas Mangroves
The dense, emerald-green wetlands and intricate river networks as the plane enters Ecuadorian airspace.
The right side is highly recommended for the best variety of landscapes. Sit here during mid-morning flights to see the desert colors and mountain shadows clearly. Keep an eye out for the dramatic change from the bone-dry Peruvian desert to the tropical, humid greenery of the Gulf of Guayaquil as you cross the border.
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Pacific Ocean Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Pacific, often featuring the distinct Humboldt Current mist.
Isla San Lorenzo
The largest island in Peru, located just off the coast of Callao, visible shortly after takeoff from LIM.
Pacific Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side offers a front-row seat to the sun dipping below the ocean horizon.
Paita Bay
A glimpse of the deep-water port and the rugged cliffs of the Piura coastline as the plane heads north.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun over the Andes. It is also the superior side for sunset views on late-day departures. During the descent into Guayaquil, you might catch a glimpse of the ocean meeting the mouth of the Guayas River.
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Get eSIMs for EcuadorDistance: 1,139 km (708 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)
Arrival: GYE (-2.15741991997, -79.88359832760001)
Route Type: International
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