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LIM → PTY
Which side of the plane to sit from Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima) to Tocumen International Airport (Panama City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for observing the transition from the arid Peruvian coastline to the lush Colombian rainforests, and provides the iconic view of the Panama City skyline and Canal entrance upon arrival.
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Peruvian Coastal Desert
The stark, beautiful contrast of the Sechura Desert meeting the ocean shortly after departure from Lima.
Andean Foothills
Distant views of the northern Andes mountain range stretching across the horizon to the east.
Chocó Rainforest
The dense, vibrant green canopy of the Colombian Pacific coast, one of the wettest places on Earth.
Panama City Skyline
A breathtaking view of the dense cluster of skyscrapers along the Avenida Balboa during descent.
Panama Canal Entrance
The Pacific entrance of the canal, often featuring dozens of cargo ships anchored in the bay.
Sit on the right side for the most geographic variety. Morning flights offer the best lighting for photography of the mountains and coastline without glare. During the descent into Tocumen, watch for the Pearl Islands and the long queue of ships waiting to transit the Panama Canal.
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The Pacific Horizon
Continuous panoramic views of the vast Pacific Ocean throughout the duration of the flight.
Isla Lobos de Tierra
A significant island off the coast of northern Peru known for its guano deposits and marine life.
Oceanic Sunset
Unobstructed views of the sun setting over the water for flights departing Lima in the late afternoon.
Select the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy sunset views over the Pacific. While mostly ocean-facing, you may catch glimpses of the Bridge of the Americas and the Taboga Islands during the final approach into PTY if the flight path circles from the west.
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Get eSIMs for PanamaDistance: 2,359 km (1,466 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 9 min
Departure: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)
Arrival: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Route Type: International
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