ANF (Antofagasta) window seat guide

Best window seat at Cerro Moreno International

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

La Portada rock arch, Morro Moreno headland, Antofagasta coastline and city

LandingRIGHT

Pacific Ocean, Cerro Moreno coastal cliffs, Antofagasta coastline

🛫 Taking Off from Antofagasta (ANF)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting south on runway 19, the coastline and Pacific Ocean sit off the right side of the aircraft. Right-side passengers get a good look at the dramatic coastal cliffs, the La Portada natural rock arch just south of the airport, and the city of Antofagasta hugging the narrow coastal shelf as the plane climbs out.
Look forLa Portada rock arch, Morro Moreno headland, Antofagasta coastline and city, Pacific Ocean

🛬 Landing at Antofagasta (ANF)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 19 means you're flying south along the coast, so the right side puts you over the Pacific Ocean and the dramatic cliffs of the Cerro Moreno headland. You'll also get a good view of Antofagasta's coastline and the desert bluffs meeting the sea as you continue the approach.
Look forPacific Ocean, Cerro Moreno coastal cliffs, Antofagasta coastline, Atacama Desert bluffs

Cerro Moreno International is a mid-sized airport with a single terminal, serving as northern Chile's key aviation gateway for mining industry traffic and domestic connections to Santiago and other Chilean cities.

⛰️ Elevation456 ft
🛫 Runways1 (01/19)
✈️ HubSky Airline

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Cerro Moreno International (ANF)?

At Cerro Moreno International in Antofagasta: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: La Portada rock arch, Morro Moreno headland, Antofagasta coastline and city, Pacific Ocean.

What can I see during takeoff from Cerro Moreno International in Antofagasta?

When taking off from Cerro Moreno International (ANF), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing south on runway 19, the coastline and Pacific Ocean sit off the right side of the aircraft. Right-side passengers get a good look at the dramatic coastal cliffs, the La Portada natural rock arch just south of the airport, and the city of Antofagasta hugging the narrow coastal shelf as the plane climbs out. Notable sights include: La Portada rock arch, Morro Moreno headland, Antofagasta coastline and city, Pacific Ocean.

What can I see when landing at Cerro Moreno International in Antofagasta?

When landing at Cerro Moreno International (ANF), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 19 means you're flying south along the coast, so the right side puts you over the Pacific Ocean and the dramatic cliffs of the Cerro Moreno headland. You'll also get a good view of Antofagasta's coastline and the desert bluffs meeting the sea as you continue the approach. Notable sights include: Pacific Ocean, Cerro Moreno coastal cliffs, Antofagasta coastline, Atacama Desert bluffs.

What factors affect the best window seat at Cerro Moreno International?

The best window seat at Cerro Moreno International (ANF) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Antofagasta (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.