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AUC → BOG
Which side of the plane to sit from Santiago Perez Airport (Arauca) to El Dorado International Airport (Bogota)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic and superior view of the transition from the flat Orinoco plains to the rugged peaks of the Eastern Andes, including the potential for snow-capped mountain sightings.
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Arauca River Border
Immediately after takeoff, see the winding river that serves as the international boundary between Colombia and Venezuela.
Sierra Nevada del Cocuy
A breathtaking view of the glaciated peaks of the Eastern Cordillera, the highest point in this branch of the Andes.
Andean Páramos
High-altitude moorlands visible as the plane crosses the mountain ridge, often shrouded in mystical mist.
Northern Bogota Savanna
Views of the high-altitude plateau, featuring massive flower greenhouses and the northern expansion of the capital city.
The right side is the 'scenic choice' for mountain lovers. For the best visibility of the Sierra Nevada del Cocuy, book the earliest flight possible, as Andean clouds typically gather and obscure the peaks by mid-morning. If landing toward the south, this side offers an expansive view of the northern residential districts and the dense urban grid of Bogota.
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Llanos Orientales
Infinite views of the vast Colombian grasslands that stretch thousands of miles toward the Orinoco basin.
Casanare River Loops
Intricate, silver-colored river meanders and oxbow lakes cutting through the flat green landscape below.
Piedemonte Llanero
The dramatic meeting point where the horizontal plains suddenly crash into the vertical walls of the Andes.
Tominé Reservoir
A large, deep-blue body of water visible as the plane enters the Bogota Savanna during its descent.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare, allowing for better photography of the plains. Watch for the 'sea of clouds' that often forms over the foothills during the rainy season (April-May and October-November). During the final approach, keep an eye out for the white sanctuary of Monserrate on the hills overlooking Bogota.
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Get eSIMs for ColombiaDistance: 460 km (286 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: AUC (7.06888, -70.7369)
Arrival: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Route Type: Domestic
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