Takeoff scenery is more dramatic and immediate (Mediterranean and Judean Hills). While landing offers the Andes, the approach descent happens quickly and the mountains remain distant. Right seats capture more sustained visual interest during the critical first 30 minutes.
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Flight Path
Tel Aviv to Santiago is 8,214 miles (13,219 km), a flight of about 15 hours.
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the African coast (likely near Mauritania or Western Sahara) where the Sahara Desert meets the ocean—a stark tan-to-blue transition visible from altitude. The South Atlantic offers minimal landmarks; southern latitudes bring views of the South American coastline approaching Chile, with the Atacama Desert's stark tan surface visible inland before descent into the Andes foothills.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from TLV
RIGHTBen Gurion's primary runways (03/21) favor northbound departures. Right-side seats capture the Mediterranean coastline immediately west and the Judean Hills rising inland to the east as you climb.
Landing at SCL
LEFTApproach to Santiago typically uses runways 07/25 with descent vectors from the northeast. Left-side seats offer views of the Andes Mountains' main cordillera as you descend, plus the Mapocho River valley and Santiago's sprawl.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ben Gurion (TLV) to Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tel Aviv to Santiago. Takeoff scenery is more dramatic and immediate (Mediterranean and Judean Hills). While landing offers the Andes, the approach descent happens quickly and the mountains remain distant. Right seats capture more sustained visual interest during the critical first 30 minutes.
What can I see during takeoff from Ben Gurion in Tel Aviv?
During takeoff from Ben Gurion (TLV), sit on the Right side for the best views. Ben Gurion's primary runways (03/21) favor northbound departures. Right-side seats capture the Mediterranean coastline immediately west and the Judean Hills rising inland to the east as you climb. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea (immediate western view), Tel Aviv urban sprawl (directly below and south), Judean Hills escarpment (eastern horizon), Dead Sea depression (visible as you gain altitude heading southeast).
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. Approach to Santiago typically uses runways 07/25 with descent vectors from the northeast. Left-side seats offer views of the Andes Mountains' main cordillera as you descend, plus the Mapocho River valley and Santiago's sprawl. Notable sights include: Andes Mountains main ridge (snow-capped peaks on western horizon), Santiago metropolitan area (urban grid in valley floor), Mapocho River (winding through city), Precordillera foothills (eastern foreground during descent).
How long is the flight from Tel Aviv to Santiago?
The flight from Ben Gurion (TLV) to Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL) takes about 15 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 8,214 miles (13,219 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Tel Aviv to Santiago flight path pass over?
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the African coast (likely near Mauritania or Western Sahara) where the Sahara Desert meets the ocean—a stark tan-to-blue transition visible from altitude. The South Atlantic offers minimal landmarks; southern latitudes bring views of the South American coastline approaching Chile, with the Atacama Desert's stark tan surface visible inland before descent into the Andes foothills.