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MIA → LIR
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (Liberia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic entry into Costa Rica with exceptional views of the Guanacaste volcanic range and the jagged Pacific coastline during the final approach.
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Dry Tortugas
Potential views of the remote islands and Fort Jefferson if the flight path tracks further west over the Gulf.
Guanacaste Volcanoes
Breathtaking views of the Rincón de la Vieja and Miravalles volcanoes during the descent into Liberia.
Gulf of Papagayo
Clear sightlines of the rugged Pacific coastline and the luxury developments on the Peninsula Papagayo.
Tropical Dry Forest
The unique golden-brown landscape of the Guanacaste plains visible just before touching down at LIR.
Ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sun reflecting off the Pacific Ocean. The final 15 minutes are the most scenic, so ensure your window is clear as the aircraft maneuvers near the coastline and the volcanic cordillera.
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Florida Keys
Aerial views of the Upper Keys and the turquoise waters of the Florida Straits shortly after takeoff.
Western Cuba
Panoramic views of the Pinar del Río province and the unique mogotes of the Viñales Valley area.
Caribbean Crossing
Vast stretches of deep azure water between the Cuban coast and the Central American mainland.
Nicaraguan Shoreline
The remote and lush Caribbean coastline of southern Nicaragua as the plane begins its descent path.
Choose the left side for morning departures to minimize glare while capturing the Florida Keys. It is also the preferred side for spotting the distant mountains of Central Nicaragua before crossing into Costa Rican airspace.
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Get eSIMs for Costa RicaDistance: 1,778 km (1,105 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: LIR (10.5933, -85.544403)
Route Type: International
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