Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Santiago to London. While the takeoff offers dramatic Andes views, the landing approach into London provides more sustained scenic interest over a longer period. The Thames estuary and London's urban geography from the east are visually distinctive and occupy more of the descent profile than the Andes occupy the climb-out.

During takeoff from Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer immediate views of the Andes Mountains as the aircraft climbs eastward from Santiago. The cordillera dominates the eastern horizon and remains visible for 20-30 minutes during climb-out. Notable sights include: Andes Mountains (main range), Maipo River valley, Santiago urban sprawl, pre-Andean foothills.

When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats provide views of the Thames estuary, London's eastern approach, and the city's eastern districts as the aircraft descends toward City Airport from the east. The river's distinctive meanders and the urban sprawl are clearly visible during final approach. Notable sights include: Thames estuary and meanders, Greater London urban area, North Sea coast (distant), Essex countryside.

The flight from Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL) to City (LCY) takes Approximately 14-15 hours (typical routing via South Atlantic with possible refueling stop or direct routing depending on aircraft type and winds).

South Atlantic Ocean (featureless for 8-10 hours), West African coast (Mauritania/Senegal region—visible as desert meeting ocean if routing passes nearby), Iberian Peninsula (Spain/Portugal—visible during approach to European airspace with Pyrenees visible to the north), Bay of Biscay, English Channel (final approach to UK)