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PAP → PTY
Which side of the plane to sit from Toussaint Louverture International Airport (Port-au-prince) to Tocumen International Airport (Panama City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the San Blas archipelago and the iconic Panama City skyline during the approach to Tocumen International.
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Gulf of Gonâve
Stunning views of the turquoise Caribbean waters and the coastline of the Tiburon Peninsula.
Guna Yala (San Blas)
The spectacular sight of over 300 tiny coral islands scattered across the Caribbean coast of Panama.
Panama City Skyline
A clear view of the dramatic skyscraper-heavy skyline of the Punta Paitilla and Costa del Este districts.
Bridge of the Americas
On specific approach patterns, you can spot the bridge spanning the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. As the aircraft begins its descent into PTY, keep your camera ready for the San Blas islands. For the best lighting on the skyscrapers, opt for an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the buildings' glass facades from the west.
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Port-au-Prince Urban Sprawl
Aerial perspective of Haiti's densely populated capital and its harbor immediately after departure.
Massif de la Hotte
View of the rugged mountain ranges extending along Haiti's southern peninsula.
Darién Rainforest
The vast, untouched green canopy of the Darién Gap becomes visible as you approach the Panamanian border.
Pacific Vessel Queue
Dozens of massive cargo ships anchored in the Bay of Panama waiting to enter the Canal.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Haitian coastline upon takeoff. During the descent into Panama, look for the dense rainforests of the Darién. Morning flights are recommended to avoid the typical afternoon tropical cloud buildup that can obscure the ground.
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Get eSIMs for PanamaDistance: 1,305 km (811 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: PAP (18.57999992370605, -72.2925033569336)
Arrival: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Route Type: International
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