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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic rise of the Andes mountains and the lush jungles of the Darién Gap, providing a stark contrast to the arid Peruvian desert seen later in the flight.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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Panama City Skyline

A stunning aerial view of the modern skyscrapers and the Bay of Panama immediately after takeoff from Tocumen.

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Darién Gap

The dense, roadless wilderness of the tropical rainforest that forms the natural border between Panama and Colombia.

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Ecuadorian Andes

On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of high-altitude volcanoes like Cotopaxi and Chimborazo are visible in the distance.

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Sechura Desert

The dramatic shift in landscape as the flight moves into the vast, arid coastal deserts of northern Peru.

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Greater Lima Area

The sprawling urban landscape of the Peruvian capital as the plane aligns for its final approach into Jorge Chávez.

Opt for the left side on morning flights to have the sun behind you while viewing the Andes. This prevents glare and provides the best lighting for photography of the Ecuadorian peaks, which appear roughly 90 minutes into the journey.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Panama Canal Entrance

Views of the Pacific entrance to the canal and the numerous container ships anchored in the bay.

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Pearl Islands

A beautiful archipelago in the Gulf of Panama known for its turquoise waters and white sandy beaches.

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Pacific Horizon

An endless expanse of the deep blue Pacific Ocean, offering serene views and spectacular colors during late afternoon flights.

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Peruvian Coastline

The rugged cliffs and winding beaches of the central Peruvian coast as the aircraft descends.

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San Lorenzo Island

The largest island in Peru, located just off the coast of Callao, visible during the final banking maneuvers.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sun setting over the Pacific Ocean. During the descent into Lima, this side provides a clear view of the ocean-to-city transition and the maritime traffic near the port of Callao.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,359 km (1,466 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 9 min

Departure: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)

Arrival: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)

Route Type: International

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