At Mariscal Sucre International in Quito: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Pichincha volcano (west), Cotopaxi volcano (distant northeast on clear days), Antisana volcano (far east), Quito's northern urban expansion.

When taking off from Mariscal Sucre International (UIO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Quito's primary runways (01L/01R and 03L/03R) typically depart northward or northeast. From the right side, you'll see the Andes peaks that define Quito's geography—Pichincha volcano and the surrounding cordillera—rising dramatically as you climb out. The left side faces the urban sprawl of Quito itself with less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Pichincha volcano (west), Cotopaxi volcano (distant northeast on clear days), Antisana volcano (far east), Quito's northern urban expansion.

When landing at Mariscal Sucre International (UIO), sit on the Left side for the best views. UIO's primary runway (16L/34R) aligns roughly north-south, and approaches typically come from the north over the Inter-Andean Valley. The left side offers views of Quito's urban sprawl and the surrounding volcanic peaks—Pichincha to the west and Cotopaxi further south—while the right side faces the eastern cordillera with fewer distinctive landmarks during descent. Notable sights include: Volcán Pichincha (west, snow-capped peak), Quito's northern urban grid, Inter-Andean Valley floor, distant Volcán Cotopaxi (south on clear days).

The best window seat at Mariscal Sucre International (UIO) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Quito (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.