While left offers the dramatic Wasatch departure, right seats provide superior views for the entire southern leg over the high Andes and the challenging approach into Andahuaylas' mountain basin—the most visually distinctive portion of this long route.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Colorado Plateau (visible as high desert with canyon systems), then transitions over northern Mexico (Sierra Madre Occidental), continues across the Sierra Madre del Sur, and enters the Peruvian Andes. The high-altitude terrain becomes increasingly dramatic south of the Mexico-Peru border, with the Central Andes dominating the final approach phase. Right seats capture the Andes' most dramatic relief during the southern half of the journey.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SLC
LEFTSLC typically departs northbound (Runway 16L/R) or southbound (Runway 34L/R). Left seats offer views of the Wasatch Range's dramatic eastern escarpment rising directly from the Salt Lake Valley floor. The contrast between the flat urban grid and the sharp mountain wall is striking during initial climb.
Landing at ANS
RIGHTAndahuaylas sits in the Peruvian highlands at 9,500 feet elevation. Right seats during descent into Andahuaylas (typically from the north) provide views of the high-altitude Andes terrain—steep valleys, agricultural terraces, and the town nestled in a mountain basin. The approach reveals the dramatic topography that makes this airport challenging.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to Andahuaylas (ANS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Salt Lake City to Andahuaylas. While left offers the dramatic Wasatch departure, right seats provide superior views for the entire southern leg over the high Andes and the challenging approach into Andahuaylas' mountain basin—the most visually distinctive portion of this long route.
What can I see during takeoff from Salt Lake City International in Salt Lake City?
During takeoff from Salt Lake City International (SLC), sit on the Left side for the best views. SLC typically departs northbound (Runway 16L/R) or southbound (Runway 34L/R). Left seats offer views of the Wasatch Range's dramatic eastern escarpment rising directly from the Salt Lake Valley floor. The contrast between the flat urban grid and the sharp mountain wall is striking during initial climb. Notable sights include: Wasatch Range (eastern wall), Great Salt Lake (northern expanse), Salt Lake Valley urban grid, Oquirrh Mountains (western rim).
What can I see when landing at Andahuaylas in Andahuaylas?
When landing at Andahuaylas (ANS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Andahuaylas sits in the Peruvian highlands at 9,500 feet elevation. Right seats during descent into Andahuaylas (typically from the north) provide views of the high-altitude Andes terrain—steep valleys, agricultural terraces, and the town nestled in a mountain basin. The approach reveals the dramatic topography that makes this airport challenging. Notable sights include: Central Andes peaks (3,500+ meter summits), Andahuaylas valley basin, high-altitude agricultural terraces, Pampas River valley.
How long is the flight from Salt Lake City to Andahuaylas?
The flight from Salt Lake City International (SLC) to Andahuaylas (ANS) takes Approximately 6.5 to 7.5 hours.
What does the Salt Lake City to Andahuaylas flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Colorado Plateau (visible as high desert with canyon systems), then transitions over northern Mexico (Sierra Madre Occidental), continues across the Sierra Madre del Sur, and enters the Peruvian Andes. The high-altitude terrain becomes increasingly dramatic south of the Mexico-Peru border, with the Central Andes dominating the final approach phase. Right seats capture the Andes' most dramatic relief during the southern half of the journey.