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MIA → PTY
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Tocumen International Airport (Panama City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the Miami coastline immediately after takeoff and provides the most consistent view of the Panama City skyline and the Pacific entrance of the Canal during the final approach into PTY.
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Miami & Key Biscayne
Aerial views of Downtown Miami, the Venetian Islands, and the lush landscape of Key Biscayne during departure.
Varadero Coastline
Crystal clear turquoise waters and the famous white sand beaches of northern Cuba as you cross the island.
Zapata Peninsula
The vast wetlands and mangroves of southern Cuba's Biosphere Reserve.
Deep Caribbean Sea
Intense deep blue waters of the Caribbean Sea during the mid-flight crossing.
Guna Yala Archipelago
The stunning San Blas Islands appearing as tiny white dots on a turquoise canvas near the Panamanian coast.
Panama City Skyline
A breathtaking view of Central America's most impressive skyline and the Bridge of the Americas upon descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to minimize direct sun glare. During the descent into PTY, keep your camera ready for the 'Cinta Costera' and the skyscrapers. If the plane lands towards the north (Runway 03), this side is unbeatable for the city view.
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The Everglades
The unique river of grass stretching toward the Gulf of Mexico just after leaving Miami.
Florida Keys
The long chain of islands and the Overseas Highway visible if the flight path tracks slightly west.
Havana
Views of Cuba's capital city and its historic harbor depending on the specific air corridor used.
Isla de la Juventud
The largest island in the Canarreos Archipelago off the southern coast of Cuba.
Panama Canal & Gatun Lake
The engineering marvel of the canal locks and large container ships transiting the artificial lake.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific. It provides the best view of the Panama Canal's Gatun Lake and the Culebra Cut during the northern arrival pattern. Look for the massive ships queued up in the bay.
Book Hotels in Panama CityDistance: 1,862 km (1,157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 29 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Route Type: International
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