PTY → CUN

Panama Canal & Gatun Lake

A bird's-eye view of ships transiting the Gatun Lake and the northern Caribbean locks of the canal.

San Blas Archipelago

The stunning white-sand cays and turquoise waters of Guna Yala are often visible shortly after departure from PTY.

Mesoamerican Barrier Reef

The world's second-largest reef system creates vivid turquoise patterns in the deep blue sea as you approach Mexico.

Cancun Hotel Zone

If the flight approaches from the north, you will see the iconic '7' shaped sandbar lined with luxury resorts.

Isla Cozumel

The large island of Cozumel often appears on the right as the plane begins its final descent sequence.

Panama City Skyline

Dramatic views of the dense skyscrapers of Panama City and the Pacific entrance to the Canal immediately after takeoff.

Central American Volcanic Arc

Distal views of the volcanic peaks stretching through Costa Rica and Nicaragua during the mid-flight cruise.

Lake Nicaragua

A massive freshwater lake appearing as a vast inland sea on the horizon as the flight progresses north.

Yucatan Jungle

A dense, unending green canopy of the Mayan jungle visible during the descent into Cancun.