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MGA → GUA
Which side of the plane to sit from Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (Managua) to La Aurora Airport (Guatemala City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an incredible front-row seat to the Central American Volcanic Arc, featuring nearly constant views of active peaks and deep craters.
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Momotombo & Momotombito
The symmetrical cone of Momotombo volcano rising directly out of the northern shores of Lake Managua.
San Cristóbal Volcano
Nicaragua's highest peak, frequently seen with a plume of volcanic gas trailing from its summit.
Gulf of Fonseca
A stunning triple-border maritime area where Nicaragua, Honduras, and El Salvador meet among volcanic islands.
San Miguel Volcano
Also known as Chaparrastique, this prominent El Salvadorian peak features a massive, well-defined crater.
Pacaya Volcano
An extremely active volcano near Guatemala City that often displays visible lava flows or ash puffs.
Agua, Fuego & Acatenango
The spectacular trio of giants that tower over the city of Antigua, visible during the final descent into GUA.
This is arguably one of the most scenic short-haul routes in the world. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block your view of the volcanic craters. For the best photography, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the peaks. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight for the Pacaya and Agua volcanoes.
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Pacific Coastline
Continuous views of the breaking waves and dark volcanic sand beaches along the Pacific coast.
Port of Corinto
Nicaragua's largest commercial port and its surrounding peninsula are clearly visible after takeoff.
Jiquilisco Bay
The largest network of mangroves and coastal wetlands in El Salvador, featuring a maze of green channels.
Escuintla Plains
The vast agricultural lowlands of Guatemala stretching toward the ocean as the plane begins its inland turn.
Sit on this side for morning flights if you want to avoid direct solar glare. While you miss the closest volcanoes, you get a beautiful perspective of the sun reflecting off the Pacific Ocean. During the rainy season (May-October), this side often stays clearer than the mountainous interior.
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Get eSIMs for GuatemalaDistance: 544 km (338 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: MGA (12.14150047302246, -86.16819763183594)
Arrival: GUA (14.5833, -90.527496)
Route Type: International
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