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MIA → GYE
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (Guayaquil)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views including the Miami skyline at departure, the Panama City skyscrapers during the canal crossing, and the towering Andes mountains as you enter South American airspace.
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South Beach
Vibrant views of Miami's coastline and the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay during departure.
Central Cuba
An aerial perspective of the diverse agricultural landscapes and northern cays of the Cuban archipelago.
Panama City
A stunning view of the dense skyscraper skyline and the Pacific locks of the Panama Canal.
Andean Cordillera
Dramatic views of the distant volcanic peaks and mountain ranges of Colombia and Ecuador.
Guayas River
Aerial view of the massive river system and the Malecón 2000 as you land in Guayaquil.
Book a window seat forward of the wing for the most unobstructed views. On morning flights, the left side avoids the direct glare of the afternoon Pacific sun. Approximately 45 minutes before landing, look east for potential views of snow-capped Andean peaks like Chimborazo.
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The Everglades
The unique wetland ecosystem of Florida stretching toward the Gulf of Mexico after takeoff.
Gatun Lake
The vast artificial lake at the center of the Panama Canal transit route.
Gulf of Panama
The deep blue waters of the Pacific and various remote island chains south of the Isthmus.
Chocó Rainforest
The dense, emerald-green canopy of one of the world's most biodiverse coastal regions.
Port of Guayaquil
Panoramic views of the industrial shipping lanes and the expansive Gulf of Guayaquil.
The right side is ideal for seeing the Florida Everglades immediately after takeoff. As the flight path often tracks the Pacific coastline of South America, this side offers the best views of the ocean horizon and the remote Chocó region. Perfect for sunset views on evening departures.
Book Hotels in GuayaquilDistance: 3,108 km (1,931 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 39 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: GYE (-2.15741991997, -79.88359832760001)
Route Type: International
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