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LIM → TCQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima) to Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (Tacna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a breathtaking perspective of the high Andes, featuring massive volcanic peaks and deep mountain valleys as you transition into the southern Peruvian highlands.
Andean Cordillera
Continuous views of the rugged mountain chain stretching across the horizon.
Arequipa Volcanoes
Visible peaks like El Misti and Chachani emerge as the flight approaches southern Peru.
Ica Green Valleys
Lush agricultural strips cutting through the arid desert landscape below.
High Plateaus
The stark, high-altitude Puna landscapes characterized by unique geological formations.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the mountain faces. During the descent into Tacna, keep an eye out for the sharp contrast between the Andean foothills and the coastal plain. Avoid seats over the wing for the clearest view of the volcanoes.
Pacific Coastline
The dramatic point where the deep blue Pacific meets the stark coastal cliffs.
Paracas National Reserve
Aerial view of the reddish desert peninsula and the Ballestas Islands.
Coastal Camanchaca
The unique sea mist that frequently blankets the lower desert valleys.
Atacama Fringe
The northern reaches of the world's driest desert showing massive sand dune systems.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. It offers a great view of the coastal desert's vastness, but can be quite bright and hot if the sun is directly on the window during the midday hours.
Distance: 994 km (618 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)
Arrival: TCQ (-18.0533008575, -70.2758026123)
Route Type: Domestic
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