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TGU → PEU
Which side of the plane to sit from Toncontín International Airport (Tegucigalpa) to Puerto Lempira Airport (Puerto Lempira)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dense Mosquitia rainforest, the meandering Patuca River, and the stunning final approach over the Caratasca Lagoon.
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La Tigra National Park
Immediate views of the misty cloud forests and high-altitude biodiversity bordering Tegucigalpa.
Olancho Plains
The transition from rugged mountains to the expansive cattle-ranching territory of central Honduras.
Patuca River
The winding 'Amazon of Honduras' carving through the jungle, often visible for many miles.
Caratasca Lagoon
A massive coastal lagoon system that dominates the landscape as you descend into Puerto Lempira.
Puerto Lempira Waterfront
The unique stilt houses and remote layout of the town as the plane banks for its final landing.
The right side is essential for the arrival phase. As the aircraft descends into the Caratasca Lagoon basin, you will get a panoramic view of the water and the isolated villages. Try to book a flight between December and February for the best visibility, and avoid the 'burning season' in April when agricultural smoke can obscure the jungle floor.
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Valle de Ángeles
Aerial views of this picturesque mountain town nestled in the highlands shortly after departure from TGU.
Sierra de Agalta
Dramatic limestone peaks and deep green valleys of one of Honduras' most rugged national parks.
Caribbean Horizon
On clear days, the distant blue line of the northern Caribbean coastline is visible to the northwest.
Rio Plátano Biosphere
The northern fringes of this UNESCO World Heritage site, showing vast stretches of untouched canopy.
Sit on the left for better views of the northern mountain ranges and the distant coastline. Morning flights provide the crispest air, as haze often builds over the humid lowlands by midday. Keep an eye out for the Sico-Paulaya valley as you transition into the Mosquitia region.
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Get eSIMs for HondurasDistance: 393 km (244 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: TGU (14.06089973449707, -87.21720123291016)
Arrival: PEU (15.2622, -83.78119699999999)
Route Type: Domestic
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