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LTX → GYE
Which side of the plane to sit from Cotopaxi International Airport (Latacunga) to José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (Guayaquil)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side (Port) offers a front-row seat to the 'Avenue of the Volcanoes,' including an incredible close-up view of Mount Chimborazo, the highest point in Ecuador and the point on Earth closest to the sun.
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Cotopaxi Volcano
Massive snow-capped symmetrical cone visible shortly after departure from Latacunga.
Mount Chimborazo
The majestic peak of Ecuador's tallest volcano, often seen rising above the cloud layer.
Ambato City
Bird's-eye view of the 'City of Flowers and Fruit' situated in a deep Andean valley.
Carihuairazo
A rugged, eroded volcanic peak located right next to its giant neighbor, Chimborazo.
Andean Paramo
The unique high-altitude grasslands with their distinct golden and brown hues.
Book a window seat on the left side (typically seat A) for the best volcanic views. Morning flights (before 9:00 AM) are essential, as Andean peaks are almost always obscured by clouds in the afternoon. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff as the elevation gain provides instant panoramic views.
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The sharp, jagged peaks of Illiniza Norte and Sur visible to the northwest upon departure.
Western Cloud Forest
The dramatic drop-off where the high Andes meet the misty, lush subtropical forests.
Guayas River Basin
A vast network of winding tropical rivers and estuaries as you enter the coastal lowlands.
Coastal Plantations
Endless grids of banana and cacao plantations that define the landscape near Guayaquil.
Guayaquil Skyline
Views of the modern skyscrapers and the iconic Cerro Santa Ana during the final approach.
The right side is excellent for watching the dramatic transition from the high-altitude Andes to the tropical sea-level plains. Look for the sharp contrast in vegetation within just 15 minutes of flight. During the rainy season (January to April), the right side offers impressive views of the flooded coastal plains and lightning in the distance during evening flights.
Book Hotels in GuayaquilDistance: 198 km (123 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: LTX (-0.906833, -78.615799)
Arrival: GYE (-2.15741991997, -79.88359832760001)
Route Type: Domestic
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