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UIO → HAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (Quito) to José Martí International Airport (Havana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unrivaled perspective of the 'Avenue of the Volcanoes' during departure and the vibrant turquoise waters of the Batabanó Gulf upon arrival in Cuba.
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Cayambe & Cotopaxi
Spectacular snow-capped volcanic peaks visible shortly after takeoff from UIO.
Magdalena River
The winding artery of Colombia cutting through the tropical valleys far below.
Grand Cayman
A jewel-like island surrounded by a distinct ring of neon-blue coral reefs.
Gulf of Batabanó
Stunning shallow-water patterns and sandbanks as you cross the southern shelf of Cuba.
Havana Bay
A classic view of the city's historic harbor and the El Morro fortress during descent.
The right side is essential for seeing the most iconic Andean peaks within the first 20 minutes of flight. To capture the best colors of the Caribbean reefs, aim for a flight arriving in Havana between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is high.
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Pichincha Volcano
Dramatic views of the rugged peaks and craters immediately to the west of the Quito valley.
Chocó Rainforest
The lush, dense green canopy of the Colombian Pacific coast stretching toward the horizon.
Panama City Skyline
On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of the Isthmus and the mouth of the Canal are visible to the west.
Isla de la Juventud
Cuba's largest secondary island, featuring pine forests and rugged coastlines.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the Caribbean. This side also provides a great angle of Havana's northern coastline if the plane approaches from the west.
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Get eSIMs for CubaDistance: 2,608 km (1,621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 29 min
Departure: UIO (-0.129166666667, -78.3575)
Arrival: HAV (22.989200592041016, -82.40910339355469)
Route Type: International
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