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SAL → UIO
Which side of the plane to sit from Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (San Salvador) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (Quito)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers an exceptional vantage point for the volcanic chains of Central America and a dramatic approach into the Andean highlands, including views of snow-capped peaks.
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Gulf of Fonseca
The convergence of El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua visible shortly after departure.
Nicaraguan Volcanic Chain
A string of active volcanoes including Momotombo and San Cristóbal visible along the coastline.
Panama Canal Entrance
Views of the Pacific entrance to the canal and the dense cluster of ships waiting to transit.
The Northern Andes
The dramatic rise of the Colombian and Ecuadorian mountain ranges as you move inland.
Volcán Cayambe
A massive, glacier-clad volcano that sits almost exactly on the Equator, visible during descent.
Choose a window seat on the left for the best land-based landmarks. Morning flights are highly recommended to avoid the heavy afternoon cloud cover typical of the Andes. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the spectacular view of the snow-capped Cayambe volcano.
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The vast, deep blue expanse of the Pacific Ocean stretching toward the horizon.
Isla Gorgona
A lush, green island off the coast of Colombia known for its biodiversity and former prison history.
Chocó Rainforest
The dense, emerald-green canopy of one of the wettest places on Earth along the Colombian coast.
Pichincha Volcano
The active stratovolcano that looms over the city of Quito, visible as the plane maneuvers for landing.
Quito Highlands
The sprawling urban landscape and rolling green hills of the inter-Andean valley.
The right side is best for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. During the approach into UIO, this side provides a better view of the Pichincha volcano and the western slopes of the Andes. High-altitude sunlight can be very intense, so keep your window shade partially down if not taking photos.
Book Hotels in QuitoDistance: 1,915 km (1,190 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 33 min
Departure: SAL (13.4409, -89.055702)
Arrival: UIO (-0.129166666667, -78.3575)
Route Type: International
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