Arequipa to Lima is 476 miles (767 km), a flight of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
The right side captures both the dramatic volcanic scenery on departure from Arequipa and the coastal Lima approach on landing, giving it a stronger and more varied visual experience than the left side, which mostly shows plain desert terrain.
Flight Path
Peruvian coastal desert plains, the arid foothills of the western Andes, and stretches of the Pacific coastline near Ica before descending toward Lima
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Takeoff from AQP
RIGHTDeparting AQP, the volcanic cones of El Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu rise just northeast of the airport and dominate the skyline as the aircraft climbs out and turns toward Lima. The left side shows only the arid Andean foothills and the Arequipa valley, which is far less dramatic.
Landing at LIM
RIGHTOn approach into LIM from the south, the final turn onto runway 16 brings the coastline and Pacific Ocean into view on the right side, along with glimpses of Lima's cliffside districts like Miraflores. The left side mostly faces the flatter eastern suburbs with little visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Rodriguez Ballon (AQP) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Arequipa to Lima. The right side captures both the dramatic volcanic scenery on departure from Arequipa and the coastal Lima approach on landing, giving it a stronger and more varied visual experience than the left side, which mostly shows plain desert terrain.
What can I see during takeoff from Rodriguez Ballon in Arequipa?
During takeoff from Rodriguez Ballon (AQP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing AQP, the volcanic cones of El Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu rise just northeast of the airport and dominate the skyline as the aircraft climbs out and turns toward Lima. The left side shows only the arid Andean foothills and the Arequipa valley, which is far less dramatic. Notable sights include: El Misti volcano, Chachani volcano, Pichu Pichu, Arequipa valley.
What can I see when landing at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima?
When landing at Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into LIM from the south, the final turn onto runway 16 brings the coastline and Pacific Ocean into view on the right side, along with glimpses of Lima's cliffside districts like Miraflores. The left side mostly faces the flatter eastern suburbs with little visual interest. Notable sights include: Pacific coastline, Miraflores/Costa Verde cliffs, Lima urban sprawl, coastal desert bluffs.
How long is the flight from Arequipa to Lima?
The flight from Rodriguez Ballon (AQP) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 476 miles (767 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Arequipa to Lima flight path pass over?
Peruvian coastal desert plains, the arid foothills of the western Andes, and stretches of the Pacific coastline near Ica before descending toward Lima