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SAP → TGU
Which side of the plane to sit from Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (San Pedro Sula) to Toncontín International Airport (Tegucigalpa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the clear winner, featuring Lake Yojoa and the dramatic Santa Bárbara mountain range shortly after takeoff.
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Lake Yojoa
Honduras' largest natural lake, a stunning volcanic feature and the primary landmark of the route.
Santa Bárbara Massif
Dramatic limestone peaks and cloud forests that rise sharply from the western shore of the lake.
Comayagua Valley
A vast flat plateau visible mid-flight, home to the historic colonial city and Palmerola.
Mountain Approach
Experience the thrilling low-altitude navigation through the tight peaks surrounding the TGU airfield.
This is the premier side for photography. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing to capture Lake Yojoa, which appears roughly 10-15 minutes into the flight. Since the total flight time is often under 30 minutes, keep your window shade open and camera ready from the moment of takeoff.
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Sula Valley
The industrial heartland of Honduras with sprawling banana and palm plantations visible after takeoff.
Montaña de Yoro
Rugged eastern mountain ranges providing a scenic backdrop during the mid-flight climb.
Central Pine Forests
Lush coniferous landscapes characteristic of the high-altitude Honduran interior geography.
Tegucigalpa Basin
The dense urban landscape of the capital city as it unfolds across the rugged hilly terrain.
Choosing the left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. It offers a better perspective of the city's rapid expansion into the surrounding mountains as you prepare for landing at Toncontín.
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Get eSIMs for HondurasDistance: 172 km (107 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 17 min
Departure: SAP (15.4526, -87.923599)
Arrival: TGU (14.06089973449707, -87.21720123291016)
Route Type: Domestic
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