Lima to Arequipa is 476 miles (767 km), a flight of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
The right side strings together three strong scenic phases: Lima's coastal cliffs and harbor at takeoff, the Pacific-hugging desert coastline during cruise, and the dramatic volcanic approach into Arequipa past El Misti and Chachani. The left side offers only distant, hazier views of Andean foothills and city sprawl with no comparable standout landmark.
Flight Path
Peruvian coastal desert near Ica and Paracas, the arid Nazca plateau, and the western Andean foothills as the route angles inland toward Arequipa
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Takeoff from LIM
RIGHTDeparting Lima on runway 16, the climb tracks south along the coast, putting Miraflores' seaside cliffs, the Costa Verde beaches, and Callao's harbor with San Lorenzo Island right outside the right-side windows. The left side mostly shows Lima's dense urban sprawl fading into hazy desert foothills.
Landing at AQP
RIGHTArriving into Arequipa from the east for a westbound landing on runway 28, the snow-streaked cone of El Misti volcano rises unmistakably to the north, right outside the right-side windows, with Chachani's jagged ridge behind it. The white volcanic-stone rooftops of the 'Ciudad Blanca' spread out below as the plane lines up with the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Rodriguez Ballon (AQP)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Lima to Arequipa. The right side strings together three strong scenic phases: Lima's coastal cliffs and harbor at takeoff, the Pacific-hugging desert coastline during cruise, and the dramatic volcanic approach into Arequipa past El Misti and Chachani. The left side offers only distant, hazier views of Andean foothills and city sprawl with no comparable standout landmark.
What can I see during takeoff from Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima?
During takeoff from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Lima on runway 16, the climb tracks south along the coast, putting Miraflores' seaside cliffs, the Costa Verde beaches, and Callao's harbor with San Lorenzo Island right outside the right-side windows. The left side mostly shows Lima's dense urban sprawl fading into hazy desert foothills. Notable sights include: Miraflores/Barranco coastal cliffs, Callao harbor, San Lorenzo Island, Pacific Ocean.
What can I see when landing at Rodriguez Ballon in Arequipa?
When landing at Rodriguez Ballon (AQP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arriving into Arequipa from the east for a westbound landing on runway 28, the snow-streaked cone of El Misti volcano rises unmistakably to the north, right outside the right-side windows, with Chachani's jagged ridge behind it. The white volcanic-stone rooftops of the 'Ciudad Blanca' spread out below as the plane lines up with the runway. Notable sights include: El Misti volcano, Chachani volcano, Arequipa's white-stone city center, Andean high plateau.
How long is the flight from Lima to Arequipa?
The flight from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Rodriguez Ballon (AQP) 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 Lima to Arequipa flight path pass over?
Peruvian coastal desert near Ica and Paracas, the arid Nazca plateau, and the western Andean foothills as the route angles inland toward Arequipa