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TCQ → AQP
Which side of the plane to sit from Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (Tacna) to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (Arequipa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular front-row seat to the massive volcanic peaks that define the Arequipa skyline, including the iconic El Misti and Chachani.
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Sama Valley
A vibrant green agricultural oasis cutting through the hyper-arid desert floor.
Pre-Cordillera Peaks
Rugged, brown ridges of the Andes foothills rising sharply toward the east.
Pichu Pichu
The eroded volcanic massif that marks the southern entry into the Arequipa basin.
El Misti
The perfectly symmetrical, snow-capped cone of Arequipa's most famous volcano.
Chachani Volcano
The largest and highest of the three volcanoes near the city, often covered in snow.
This is the premier side for this short flight. Morning flights are highly recommended as the sun illuminates the volcanic peaks from the east, providing excellent photography conditions. Keep your camera ready as you begin the descent into Arequipa for the best views of El Misti's crater.
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Atacama Plains
Vast, undulating golden sands of the northern Atacama desert region.
Pacific Vista
On clear days, the distant blue horizon of the Pacific Ocean is visible to the west.
Pan-American Highway
The narrow ribbon of the highway winding through the desolate coastal landscape.
Sit as far forward as possible to avoid wing obstruction. Best viewed during late afternoon when the low sun creates long shadows over the desert dunes and emphasizes the texture of the Pampa.
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Get eSIMs for PeruDistance: 236 km (147 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: TCQ (-18.0533008575, -70.2758026123)
Arrival: AQP (-16.3411006927, -71.5830993652)
Route Type: Domestic
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