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PUQ → PMC
Which side of the plane to sit from Pdte. Carlos Ibañez del Campo Airport (Punta Arenas) to El Tepual Airport (Puerto Montt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a world-class spectacle of the Southern and Northern Patagonian Ice Fields, the rugged Andes peaks, and a series of dramatic volcanoes as you approach Puerto Montt.
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Torres del Paine
Visible shortly after departure from PUQ, these iconic granite towers are the crown jewel of southern Chile.
Southern Ice Field
The world's second largest contiguous extrapolar ice field, featuring massive glaciers like Grey and O'Higgins.
Northern Ice Field
View the incredible expanse of the San Rafael Glacier and the surrounding ice-capped peaks.
Volcán Corcovado
A striking, sharp-peaked extinct volcano that dominates the landscape near the Gulf of Corcovado.
Volcán Osorno
The perfectly symmetrical cone-shaped volcano visible during the final descent into Puerto Montt.
The right side is non-negotiable for photography enthusiasts. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the glaciers and peaks. Look out for the massive ice fields mid-flight, which look like a frozen ocean. Ensure your window is clean, as the contrast between the white ice and blue lakes is sharp and spectacular.
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Patagonian Channels
A bird's-eye view of the intricate network of fjords and deep blue waterways carving through the coastline.
Chiloé Archipelago
The lush, green islands of the Chiloé region emerge as you head north towards the Gulf of Ancud.
Messier Channel
One of the deepest and most dramatic maritime passages in the world, often visible in clear weather.
Pacific Horizon
On evening flights, this side provides stunning sunset views over the vast Pacific Ocean.
Choose the left side for afternoon or evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the Pacific. While less mountainous, it provides better views of the unique coastal geography and the Chiloé island group. Be aware that clouds often roll in from the west, potentially obscuring the view more frequently than on the mountain side.
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Get eSIMs for ChileDistance: 1,297 km (806 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: PUQ (-53.002602, -70.854599)
Arrival: PMC (-41.43889999389648, -73.09400177001953)
Route Type: Domestic
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