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Best window seat at Carlos Concha Torres International Airport

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

Pacific Ocean and coastline, Esmeraldas River mouth, Tachina/Las Palmas beach area

LandingRIGHT

Pacific Ocean coastline, Esmeraldas River estuary, Tachina peninsula

🛫 Taking Off from Tachina (ESM)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting south on runway 18, the Pacific coastline runs along the right side of the aircraft, giving a sustained view of the ocean, beaches, and the Esmeraldas River mouth as the plane climbs out over Tachina. The left side mostly shows inland terrain with fewer distinct features.
Look forPacific Ocean and coastline, Esmeraldas River mouth, Tachina/Las Palmas beach area, Esmeraldas city waterfront

🛬 Landing at Tachina (ESM)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 18 means approaching from the north and flying south, so the Pacific coastline and open ocean sit on the right side of the aircraft throughout the descent. You'll get a clean view of the beaches and surf line as you come down, while the left side mostly shows flat coastal lowlands and the Esmeraldas River estuary from a less dramatic angle.
Look forPacific Ocean coastline, Esmeraldas River estuary, Tachina peninsula, beaches north of Esmeraldas city

Carlos Concha Torres International Airport is a small regional airport with a single runway, handling limited domestic flights primarily connecting to Quito.

⛰️ Elevation33 ft
🛫 Runways1 (18/36)
📍 NearbyTCO 84 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM)?

At Carlos Concha Torres International Airport in Tachina: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Pacific Ocean and coastline, Esmeraldas River mouth, Tachina/Las Palmas beach area, Esmeraldas city waterfront.

What can I see during takeoff from Carlos Concha Torres International Airport in Tachina?

When taking off from Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing south on runway 18, the Pacific coastline runs along the right side of the aircraft, giving a sustained view of the ocean, beaches, and the Esmeraldas River mouth as the plane climbs out over Tachina. The left side mostly shows inland terrain with fewer distinct features. Notable sights include: Pacific Ocean and coastline, Esmeraldas River mouth, Tachina/Las Palmas beach area, Esmeraldas city waterfront.

What can I see when landing at Carlos Concha Torres International Airport in Tachina?

When landing at Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 18 means approaching from the north and flying south, so the Pacific coastline and open ocean sit on the right side of the aircraft throughout the descent. You'll get a clean view of the beaches and surf line as you come down, while the left side mostly shows flat coastal lowlands and the Esmeraldas River estuary from a less dramatic angle. Notable sights include: Pacific Ocean coastline, Esmeraldas River estuary, Tachina peninsula, beaches north of Esmeraldas city.

What factors affect the best window seat at Carlos Concha Torres International Airport?

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