Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Perth to Santiago. While the takeoff offers coastal and range views, the landing approach delivers the most dramatic and sustained scenery—the Andes Mountains are genuinely spectacular from cruising altitude and dominate the final 90 minutes of descent. Right side is the clear winner for this route.

During takeoff from Perth International (PER), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the Indian Ocean coastline and the Darling Range escarpment as you climb out westbound from Perth. The range runs north-south and is clearly visible during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: Indian Ocean (immediate west), Darling Range (east-inland, visible as elevated terrain), Swan River estuary (south of airport), Perth city grid (south).

When landing at Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Andes Mountains during descent into Santiago. The range dominates the eastern approach, with snow-capped peaks visible from 25,000+ feet. The Central Valley floor also becomes visible on the right as you descend toward the airport. Notable sights include: Andes Mountains (east, snow-capped peaks), Central Valley agricultural plains (west of Andes), Mapocho River valley (leads to Santiago), Santiago city sprawl (visible in final descent).

The flight from Perth International (PER) to Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL) takes 13h 10m.

Southern Indian Ocean (open water for approximately 8 hours of flight), approaching South American coast near southern Chile, Patagonian landscape (sparse vegetation, glacial valleys visible during final approach phase)