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PMC → BBA
Which side of the plane to sit from El Tepual Airport (Puerto Montt) to Balmaceda Airport (Balmaceda)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a breathtaking perspective of the high Andes, featuring massive volcanoes and the iconic hanging glaciers of the Aysén region.
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Calbuco & Yates Volcanoes
Rising shortly after takeoff, these snow-capped peaks dominate the initial skyline east of Puerto Montt.
Hornopirén National Park
Aerial views of dense temperate rainforests meeting rugged granite peaks and deep glacial valleys.
Queulat Hanging Glacier
Look for the famous Ventisquero Colgante, a massive ice fall visible as the plane traverses the Queulat mountain range.
Cerro Castillo Massif
Just before landing at Balmaceda, the jagged basalt towers of Cerro Castillo appear to the southeast.
Choose the left side for morning flights to capture the sun lighting up the eastern face of the Andes. Watch closely about 30 minutes into the flight for the Queulat hanging glacier; it is a highlight of the Patagonia route. Seasonal snow cover in winter makes the peaks even more dramatic.
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Reloncaví Sound
A beautiful vista of the northern start of the Chilean fjords immediately after departing El Tepual.
Chiloé Archipelago
Expansive views of the scattered islands of Chiloé and the Inner Sea across the Gulf of Ancud.
Corcovado Volcano
Visible across the water, this distinctively sharp, tooth-like peak rises from the coastline.
Guaitecas Archipelago
The intricate maze of islands and channels near Melinka, where the ocean meets the rugged shoreline.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It offers the best perspective on the unique geography of the Chilean coastline and the vastness of the Pacific. Keep an eye out for the deep blue fjords carving into the mainland.
Book Hotels in BalmacedaDistance: 510 km (317 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: PMC (-41.43889999389648, -73.09400177001953)
Arrival: BBA (-45.91609954833984, -71.68949890136719)
Route Type: Domestic
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