Cedar City to Iquitos is 3,835 miles (6,172 km), a flight of about 7 hours 45 minutes.
While takeoff offers dramatic red rock geology on the left, the landing approach over the Amazon basin provides the more visually distinctive and geographically significant views. The river systems and rainforest canopy are more striking and unique to this route than the departure scenery.
Flight Path
The flight crosses the Colorado Plateau, descends into the Basin and Range province, crosses northern Arizona and New Mexico, then transitions into the Sierra Madre Occidental of Mexico. Over Mexico, you'll pass east of the major mountain ranges. The flight then crosses into Central America, passing over Guatemala and Belize airspace before reaching the Amazon basin in Peru. The most notable midpoint feature is the transition from high desert (8,000-10,000 ft) to tropical lowland (under 500 ft elevation) over the course of the journey. The Yucatan Peninsula is visible to the south if flying a slightly southern routing. The Amazon basin itself becomes visible approximately 1.5 hours before landing as an unbroken expanse of green canopy.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from CDC
LEFTCedar City Regional typically departs to the north or northeast. Left-side seats capture the immediate red rock formations of the Markagunt Plateau and the western edge of the Colorado Plateau as you climb out, with excellent views of the surrounding high desert terrain.
Landing at IQT
RIGHTApproaching Iquitos from the west typically requires descent over the Amazon basin. Right-side seats offer views of the Ucayali River confluence and the dense rainforest canopy surrounding the airport, with the river's distinctive oxbow bends visible during final approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Cedar City Rgnl (CDC) to Coronel Fap Francisco Secada Vignetta (IQT)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Cedar City to Iquitos. While takeoff offers dramatic red rock geology on the left, the landing approach over the Amazon basin provides the more visually distinctive and geographically significant views. The river systems and rainforest canopy are more striking and unique to this route than the departure scenery.
What can I see during takeoff from Cedar City Rgnl in Cedar City?
During takeoff from Cedar City Rgnl (CDC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Cedar City Regional typically departs to the north or northeast. Left-side seats capture the immediate red rock formations of the Markagunt Plateau and the western edge of the Colorado Plateau as you climb out, with excellent views of the surrounding high desert terrain. Notable sights include: Markagunt Plateau (immediate vicinity), Hurricane Cliffs to the southwest, Kolob Canyons area to the northeast, Cedar Breaks National Monument rim visible to the east.
What can I see when landing at Coronel Fap Francisco Secada Vignetta in Iquitos?
When landing at Coronel Fap Francisco Secada Vignetta (IQT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Approaching Iquitos from the west typically requires descent over the Amazon basin. Right-side seats offer views of the Ucayali River confluence and the dense rainforest canopy surrounding the airport, with the river's distinctive oxbow bends visible during final approach. Notable sights include: Ucayali River and its oxbow meanders, Amazon rainforest canopy (continuous green), Iquitos city sprawl along the riverbank, Nanay River confluence to the north.
How long is the flight from Cedar City to Iquitos?
The flight from Cedar City Rgnl (CDC) to Coronel Fap Francisco Secada Vignetta (IQT) takes about 7 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,835 miles (6,172 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Cedar City to Iquitos flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Colorado Plateau, descends into the Basin and Range province, crosses northern Arizona and New Mexico, then transitions into the Sierra Madre Occidental of Mexico. Over Mexico, you'll pass east of the major mountain ranges. The flight then crosses into Central America, passing over Guatemala and Belize airspace before reaching the Amazon basin in Peru. The most notable midpoint feature is the transition from high desert (8,000-10,000 ft) to tropical lowland (under 500 ft elevation) over the course of the journey. The Yucatan Peninsula is visible to the south if flying a slightly southern routing. The Amazon basin itself becomes visible approximately 1.5 hours before landing as an unbroken expanse of green canopy.