While takeoff offers coastal interest, the landing approach into Santiago provides more dramatic and visually rewarding scenery with the Andes Mountains and the city itself. Left-side seats capture this superior view during descent.
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Flight Path
Mount Pleasant to Santiago is 1,415 miles (2,277 km), a flight of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Drake Passage and southern Pacific Ocean with no significant landmarks visible. As the aircraft approaches the South American continent, the Patagonian coast becomes visible—rocky fjords and glaciated valleys of southern Chile. The flight then proceeds over the Patagonian Andes and Lake District before reaching the Central Valley and Santiago approach.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MPN
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Falkland Sound and the northern coastline of East Falkland as the aircraft climbs out westward. The irregular, rocky shoreline and scattered islands are distinctive from altitude.
Landing at SCL
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach to Santiago. The Andes Mountains dominate the eastern horizon, and as the aircraft descends over the Central Valley, passengers see the urban sprawl of Santiago and the Mapocho River valley.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Mount Pleasant (MPN) to Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Mount Pleasant to Santiago. While takeoff offers coastal interest, the landing approach into Santiago provides more dramatic and visually rewarding scenery with the Andes Mountains and the city itself. Left-side seats capture this superior view during descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Mount Pleasant in Mount Pleasant?
During takeoff from Mount Pleasant (MPN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Falkland Sound and the northern coastline of East Falkland as the aircraft climbs out westward. The irregular, rocky shoreline and scattered islands are distinctive from altitude. Notable sights include: Falkland Sound, East Falkland's northern coast, Lafonia Peninsula, Atlantic Ocean.
What can I see when landing at Arturo Merino Benitez International in Santiago?
When landing at Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach to Santiago. The Andes Mountains dominate the eastern horizon, and as the aircraft descends over the Central Valley, passengers see the urban sprawl of Santiago and the Mapocho River valley. Notable sights include: Andes Mountains, Central Valley of Chile, Santiago metropolitan area, Mapocho River.
How long is the flight from Mount Pleasant to Santiago?
The flight from Mount Pleasant (MPN) to Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL) takes about 3 hours 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,415 miles (2,277 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Mount Pleasant to Santiago flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Drake Passage and southern Pacific Ocean with no significant landmarks visible. As the aircraft approaches the South American continent, the Patagonian coast becomes visible—rocky fjords and glaciated valleys of southern Chile. The flight then proceeds over the Patagonian Andes and Lake District before reaching the Central Valley and Santiago approach.