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MVD → SCL
Which side of the plane to sit from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (Montevideo) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (Santiago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a direct, front-row view of Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Southern and Western Hemispheres, as you cross the Andes.
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Buenos Aires Skyline
The dense urban landscape of the Argentine capital visible along the southern bank of the estuary.
Mendoza Wine Region
The geometric patterns of world-famous Malbec vineyards at the foot of the mountain range.
Mount Aconcagua
The 'Stone Sentinel' stands at 6,961 meters; its massive south face is clearly visible during the crossing.
Portillo Ski Resort
The bright yellow Hotel Portillo and the Laguna del Inca visible near the international border pass.
Los Caracoles Pass
The winding, switchback road that zigzags down the Chilean side of the border crossing.
The right side is essential for viewing Aconcagua. For the best photography, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The mountain crossing lasts only 15-20 minutes, so stay alert once you leave the flatlands of Mendoza. Afternoon flights on this side can be bright, so keep your window shade ready, but the sunset over the Pacific during the final approach is spectacular.
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Río de la Plata
The massive, silty-brown estuary separating Uruguay and Argentina, visible shortly after takeoff.
Argentine Pampas
Infinite stretches of agricultural flatlands and cattle ranches across central Argentina.
Volcán Tupungato
One of the highest elevations in the Americas, this massive stratovolcano dominates the southern view.
Glacial Lagoons
Deep blue and turquoise alpine lakes nestled within the jagged southern folds of the Andes.
Maipo Valley
Green vineyard patches appearing as you descend into the Chilean Central Valley.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights to avoid the harsh northern sun glare. This side offers better views of the southern Andean chain, which often retains more snow cover on south-facing slopes. During the descent into SCL, you will get a great look at the southern suburban sprawl of Santiago and the Maipo river basin.
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Get eSIMs for ChileDistance: 1,367 km (849 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: MVD (-34.838402, -56.0308)
Arrival: SCL (-33.393001556396484, -70.78579711914062)
Route Type: International
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