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LIM → HAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima) to José Martí International Airport (Havana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Andes mountain range through Peru and Ecuador, followed by the lush jungles of Panama and a clear view of the Panama Canal crossing before entering the Caribbean.
Andes Mountains
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped Cordillera Blanca and the massive volcanic peaks of the Ecuadorian highlands.
Panama Canal
A clear view of the engineering marvel including Gatun Lake and the transit routes between the two oceans.
Darien Gap
The dense, roadless jungle terrain that forms the natural border between Colombia and Panama.
Isla de la Juventud
A scenic view of Cuba's largest secondary island characterized by its pine forests and marble hills.
Guayas River
The sprawling delta and city of Guayaquil as the flight path passes over the Ecuadorian coast.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun while viewing the Andes. The Panama Canal crossing is the highlight of the trip, usually occurring about 3 hours into the flight. Watch your flight map to time this crossing; it passes quickly. Seasonal visibility is best from June to August for clear mountain views.
Pacific Coastline
Detailed views of the dramatic cliffs and arid coastal regions of Northern Peru and Southern Ecuador.
Ocean Sunset
If flying late afternoon, the left side provides an unobstructed view of the sun setting over the Pacific horizon.
Callao Port
A bird's-eye view of Peru's primary maritime gateway immediately following departure from Lima.
Havana Bay
Aerial perspective of the historic El Morro fortress and the Malecon during the final descent into Cuba.
Intertropical Convergence Zone
Witness massive, towering cumulonimbus cloud formations typical of the equatorial maritime climate.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to witness the sunset over the Pacific. During landing at HAV, this side often provides a better view of the city's historic center if the wind dictates a northern approach. Keep a camera ready immediately after takeoff to capture the rugged Peruvian coastline.
Distance: 3,936 km (2,446 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 38 min
Departure: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)
Arrival: HAV (22.989200592041016, -82.40910339355469)
Route Type: International
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