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UYU → LPB
Which side of the plane to sit from Uyuni Airport (Uyuni) to El Alto International Airport (La Paz)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the snow-capped Cordillera Real and the iconic Mount Illimani, along with the dramatic reveal of the La Paz valley during the descent.
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Mount Illimani
The majestic triple-peaked guardian of La Paz dominates the horizon as you approach the city.
Lake Poopó Basin
View the remnants and shimmering saline crust of Bolivia's second-largest lake mid-flight.
La Paz City Bowl
A breathtaking view of the city spilling down the canyon walls as the plane enters the El Alto flight path.
Cordillera Real
A continuous chain of glacier-capped peaks, including Huayna Potosí, visible during the final 15 minutes.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain lovers. As the flight approaches La Paz, the proximity to the glaciated peaks of the Andes is stunning. Try to book a morning flight for the clearest air; afternoon clouds often obscure the mountain summits. During the landing at El Alto, the right side typically provides the famous view of the urban landscape carved into the valley.
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Salar de Uyuni Expanse
Unrivaled views of the world's largest salt flat extending toward the horizon immediately after takeoff.
Nevado Sajama
Bolivia's highest peak is visible in the far distance to the west across the Altiplano.
Altiplano Textures
High-altitude desert landscapes featuring geometric salt patterns and volcanic soil colors.
Sit on the left for the most direct view of the Salar de Uyuni's center shortly after takeoff. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the western sun on the white salt flats. This side is better if you prefer the vastness of the desert over mountain peaks.
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Get eSIMs for BoliviaDistance: 460 km (286 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: UYU (-20.4463005066, -66.8483963013)
Arrival: LPB (-16.513299942016598, -68.19229888916016)
Route Type: Domestic
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