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APO → EOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Antonio Roldan Betancourt Airport (Carepa) to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (Medellin)?
Left Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning Andean views, the left side provides the most iconic reveal of the Medellin skyline and the dense urban landscape of the Aburrá Valley during the low-altitude approach into the heart of the city.
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Carepa Banana Plantations
Vast, emerald-green carpets of banana and plantain farms surrounding the airport immediately after takeoff.
Serranía de Abibe
The first major mountain range encountered, featuring lush, cloud-forested peaks of the Western Cordillera.
Medellin Skyline
Unmatched views of the high-rise buildings in the El Poblado and Centro districts as the plane banks into the valley.
Atanasio Girardot Stadium
The massive sports complex is clearly visible on the left just moments before touchdown at Olaya Herrera.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. This side is essential for seeing the 'City of Eternal Spring' unfold against the steep valley walls. Look for the colorful barrios climbing up the eastern slopes during the final three minutes of flight.
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Gulf of Urabá
Distant glimpses of the Caribbean coastline and the turquoise waters where the Atrato River meets the sea.
Cauca River Valley
Watch the powerful Cauca River snake through the deep canyons between the Central and Western Cordilleras.
Santa Fe de Antioquia
The historic colonial town and its famous Bridge of the West can often be spotted in the dry tropical forest valley.
Cerro El Volador
A prominent green natural park inside the city that serves as a final landmark before the wheels hit the tarmac.
The right side is superior for sunset flights, offering golden-hour views over the western ridges. Keep an eye out for the rapid transition from the humid Urabá lowlands to the rugged coffee-growing mountains. It also provides a great perspective of the western residential neighborhoods during landing.
Book Hotels in MedellinDistance: 216 km (134 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: APO (7.811960000000001, -76.7164)
Arrival: EOH (6.220549, -75.590582)
Route Type: Domestic
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