MVD → PTY

The High Andes

Spectacular vistas of the snow-capped peaks of the Andes as the flight tracks north-northwest across the continent.

Medellín and Central Cordillera

The rugged, deep-green valleys of the Colombian interior provide dramatic landscape textures before reaching the Caribbean.

Gulf of Panama

A transition from the lush Darien Gap to the sparkling waters of the Pacific as you prepare for the descent.

Panama Canal Entrance

The Pacific mouth of the canal and the Bridge of the Americas are often visible during the standard approach pattern.

Panama City Skyline

Unrivaled views of the 'Miami of the South' and its dense cluster of skyscrapers along the coast.

Río de la Plata

Immediate views of the world's widest estuary and the Uruguayan coastline right after departure from MVD.

Amazonian Fringe

Views of the dense, verdant canopy and winding river systems of the western Amazon basin and Pantanal regions.

Pearl Islands

The stunning Pearl Archipelago (Archipiélago de las Perlas) can often be spotted in the Gulf of Panama during descent.

Ship Queue

Look down to see dozens of massive cargo ships anchored in the bay, waiting for their turn to transit the Panama Canal.