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UIO → CUE
Which side of the plane to sit from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (Quito) to Mariscal Lamar Airport (Cuenca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the 'Avenue of the Volcanoes,' featuring the world-famous Cotopaxi and the frequently active Sangay.
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Antisana Volcano
A massive, glacier-shrouded stratovolcano visible shortly after departure from Quito.
Cotopaxi
One of the highest active volcanoes in the world, renowned for its symmetrical snow-capped cone.
Tungurahua
An impressive and frequently active peak located near the adventure hub of Baños.
Sangay Volcano
The most active volcano in Ecuador, often seen emitting ash plumes against the eastern horizon.
Amazon Basin Edge
The dramatic transition where the high Andes drop off into the clouds of the Amazon rainforest.
Book an early morning flight (before 09:00) to avoid the daily cloud buildup that often obscures the peaks by midday. Watch for Cotopaxi within the first 15 minutes of flight. During the dry season (June to September), the air clarity provides the best chance to see the distant, smoldering Sangay.
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The sharp, rocky twin summits of Illiniza Norte and Sur standing west of the main route.
Chimborazo
Ecuador's highest mountain and the point on Earth closest to the sun, visible in its full majesty.
Highland Patchwork
Beautiful agricultural fields in vibrant greens and yellows covering the steep Andean slopes.
Cajas National Park
A rugged landscape of glacial lakes and paramo vegetation visible during the descent into Cuenca.
Sit on the right to capture the sheer scale of Chimborazo, which dominates the horizon mid-flight. Polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to cut through the intense high-altitude glare. Keep your camera ready as you approach Cuenca for the unique high-altitude wetland scenery of the Cajas region.
Book Hotels in CuencaDistance: 315 km (196 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: UIO (-0.129166666667, -78.3575)
Arrival: CUE (-2.88947, -78.984398)
Route Type: Domestic
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