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MPN → PUQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Mount Pleasant Airport (Mount Pleasant) to Pdte. Carlos Ibañez del Campo Airport (Punta Arenas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic perspective of the Falkland interior's peaks and the distinctive volcanic landscape of mainland Patagonia during the final descent.
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Wickham Heights
The rocky backbone of East Falkland, featuring Mount Usborne, the highest point on the island.
Falkland Sound
The scenic and narrow waterway that separates East Falkland from West Falkland.
Mount Adam
The prominent peak dominating the skyline of West Falkland as the aircraft heads toward the mainland.
Pali-Aike Volcanic Field
A striking landscape of perfectly circular volcanic craters and ancient basaltic lava flows near the border.
Patagonian Steppe
Vast, windswept golden plains that stretch toward the Andes, typical of the Magallanes region.
The right side is highly recommended for viewing the interior geography of the Falkland Islands shortly after takeoff. During the approach to Punta Arenas, look for the unique geological formations of the Pali-Aike field. Note that while views are superior, you may encounter more sun glare during westward afternoon flights.
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Choiseul Sound
An intricate network of inlets and coastal patterns along the southern edge of East Falkland.
Southern Archipelagos
Bird's eye views of remote islands like Lively and Speedwell, crucial for regional biodiversity.
Strait of Magellan Entrance
The eastern mouth of the historic maritime passage where the Atlantic meets the Patagonian coast.
Tierra del Fuego
The rugged and desolate northern coastline of the legendary 'Land of Fire' archipelago.
Sit on the left to avoid direct sunlight on afternoon flights, providing better lighting for photography. This side is ideal for spotting the transition from the open ocean into the historic Strait of Magellan. Watch for the dramatic color change in the water as you approach the South American continental shelf.
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Get eSIMs for ChileDistance: 851 km (529 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: MPN (-51.82279968261719, -58.44720077514648)
Arrival: PUQ (-53.002602, -70.854599)
Route Type: International
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