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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Andes Mountains immediately after takeoff from Santiago, followed by the volcanic peaks of the northern Andes and a spectacular approach into Miami featuring the Florida Keys and the city skyline.

Right Side Highlights
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Central Andes

Breathtaking views of massive snow-capped peaks including Mount Aconcagua, the highest point in the Americas, shortly after takeoff.

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Avenue of the Volcanoes

As you pass over Ecuador, look for the towering conical shapes of Cotopaxi and other massive Andean volcanoes.

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Caribbean Archipelago

Vibrant turquoise waters and white sand reefs as the plane crosses over Cuba and the Great Bahama Bank.

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Miami Skyline

An iconic view of Downtown Miami, Brickell, and the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay during the landing sequence.

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Florida Keys

The string of tropical islands and the Overseas Highway stretching out into the Gulf of Mexico.

The right side is the definitive choice for mountain lovers. For the best experience, book a morning flight to see the sun illuminating the eastern faces of the Andes. Sit forward of the wing to ensure your view of the mountains and the Miami coastline isn't obstructed by the engine or wing structure. During winter months, the snow cover on the Andes is particularly stunning.

Left Side Highlights
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Pacific Coastline

Dramatic views where the rugged Chilean and Peruvian deserts meet the vast blue of the Humboldt Current.

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Atacama Desert

The stark, lunar-like landscapes of the world's driest non-polar desert stretching toward the horizon.

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Panama Canal Entrance

Depending on the flight path, you may see the Pacific entrance to the canal and dozens of waiting cargo ships.

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The Everglades

A birds-eye view of Florida's massive subtropical wilderness and winding river systems during descent.

Choose the left side for spectacular sunsets over the Pacific Ocean if you are on a late afternoon or evening flight. This side is also generally better for viewing the coastal geography of South America and the expansive wetlands of the Florida Everglades during the final approach into MIA from the west.

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Route Information

Distance: 6,657 km (4,136 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 50 min

Departure: SCL (-33.393001556396484, -70.78579711914062)

Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)

Route Type: International

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