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RTB → GUA
Which side of the plane to sit from Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (Roatan) to La Aurora Airport (Guatemala City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Honduran coastline and provides the most dramatic angle for the volcanic peaks surrounding Guatemala City during the final approach.
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Roatan South Shore
Aerial views of the turquoise waters and white sand beaches along the southern edge of the island immediately after takeoff.
Pico Bonito
Visibility of the towering 2,435-meter peak within the Nombre de Dios mountain range on the Honduran mainland.
Motagua River
Watch the winding path of the Motagua River, which serves as a natural border between Honduras and Guatemala.
Volcán de Agua
A stunning, symmetrical stratovolcano that dominates the horizon as the plane descends into the valley of Guatemala City.
Fuego and Acatenango
On clear days, see the active Volcán de Fuego often puffing smoke alongside its twin peak, Acatenango.
Book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the volcanic chain for better photography. Sit mid-cabin or forward to avoid engine heat distortion when capturing the Honduran coastline and the dramatic approach into GUA.
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Mesoamerican Barrier Reef
Glimpses of the northern reef systems and the deep blue drop-offs of the Caribbean Sea.
Lago de Izabal
View Guatemala's largest lake, a vast body of water surrounded by lush tropical wetlands and hills.
Sierra de las Minas
Aerial perspective of the high-altitude cloud forests and rugged ridges of this biosphere reserve.
Guatemala City Skyline
A panoramic view of the capital's urban sprawl and Zone 10 skyscrapers just before touchdown.
The right side is excellent for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Keep a lookout for the shipping vessels entering the Port of Santo Tomás de Castilla near the Gulf of Honduras.
Book Hotels in Guatemala CityDistance: 470 km (292 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: RTB (16.316799, -86.523003)
Arrival: GUA (14.5833, -90.527496)
Route Type: International
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