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MIA → SCL
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (Santiago)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the Andes Mountains' spine, including the majestic volcanoes of Ecuador and the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere, Mount Aconcagua, during the descent into Santiago.
Cuban Landscapes
Clear views of the central Cuban plains and the southern coastline shortly after departure from Miami.
Panama City Skyline
The dense skyscrapers of Panama City and the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal are often visible.
Avenue of Volcanoes
Spectacular views of snow-capped Ecuadorian peaks like Cotopaxi and Chimborazo piercing the clouds.
Bolivian Altiplano
Distances views of the high-altitude desert plateaus and mineral-rich lagoons near the border.
Mount Aconcagua
The crown jewel of the flight: the 22,837ft summit is visible on the left side during the final descent into SCL.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur when photographing the Andes. Most flights from MIA are overnight; for the best views, the 10:00 PM departure arrives in Santiago during the morning golden hour, perfectly illuminating the mountain peaks to the east.
Panama Canal Locks
A top-down view of ships navigating the Gatun Lake and the western locks of the canal.
Pacific Ocean Coastline
The dramatic transition where the deep blue Pacific meets the rugged cliffs of the Peruvian and Chilean coast.
Atacama Coastal Range
Viewing the world's driest desert from above, showing vast sand dunes and ancient geological ripples.
Pacific Sunset
On evening departures, this side offers an uninterrupted view of the sun setting over the ocean horizon.
The right side is ideal if you prefer vast oceanic horizons and coastal geography. It is also the 'dark side' for overnight flights, meaning less direct glare from the sun during the morning arrival, which can be more comfortable for sleeping.
Distance: 6,657 km (4,136 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 50 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: SCL (-33.393001556396484, -70.78579711914062)
Route Type: International
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