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PTY → SAL
Which side of the plane to sit from Tocumen International Airport (Panama City) to Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (San Salvador)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional perspective of the continental interior, including the Panama Canal engineering marvels, the massive Lake Nicaragua with its volcanic islands, and the dramatic volcanic chain of El Salvador during the descent.
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Panama City Skyline
A breathtaking view of the 'Dubai of Latin America' skyscrapers and the historic Casco Viejo.
Panama Canal Locks
Get a top-down view of the Miraflores and Pedro Miguel locks and ships transiting the Culebra Cut.
Ometepe Island
See the twin volcanoes, Concepción and Maderas, rising directly out of Lake Nicaragua.
Lake Nicaragua
Fly over the vast expanse of Central America's largest lake, featuring over 365 small islets.
San Vicente Volcano
An iconic double-peaked volcano that serves as a landmark during the final approach into SAL.
The right side is consistently superior for landmarks. Sit behind the wing for the best view of Ometepe Island. On clear days, you can see the entire volcanic arc stretching from Costa Rica to El Salvador. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography of the Panama Canal.
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Canal Entrance
View the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal and the Bridge of the Americas shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Nicoya
Observe the intricate coastline and islands of Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula.
Nicaraguan Riviera
Stunning views of the pristine Pacific beaches and surf breaks along the Nicaraguan coast.
Oceanic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean, particularly spectacular during sunset flights.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Pacific, but be aware of potential solar glare. This side is better for spotting coastal shipping lanes and the remote beaches of Guanacaste.
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Get eSIMs for El SalvadorDistance: 1,161 km (721 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Arrival: SAL (13.4409, -89.055702)
Route Type: International
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