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BAQ → CLO
Which side of the plane to sit from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (Barranquilla) to Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (Cali)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Central Cordillera's majestic peaks, including several snow-capped volcanoes, and the winding path of the Magdalena River valley.
Bocas de Ceniza
Witness the dramatic collision of the brown Magdalena River sediment with the deep blue Caribbean Sea immediately after takeoff.
Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the highest coastal range in the world are visible to the northeast.
Los Nevados National Park
Stunning views of the snow-capped volcanoes Nevado del Ruiz and Nevado del Tolima piercing the cloud layer mid-flight.
Aburrá Valley
The dense urban sprawl of Medellín and its surrounding municipalities can often be spotted nestled in the mountains.
Cauca Valley Agriculture
As you descend into Palmira, the landscape transforms into a vast patchwork of emerald-green sugarcane plantations.
Book an early morning flight (before 9:00 AM) to have the best chance of seeing the snow-capped volcanoes before afternoon clouds accumulate. The sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Central Cordillera. During the descent, look for the 'Hacienda El Paraíso' area, iconic to Colombian literature.
Bolívar Coastline
Aerial views of the northern coastline and the Dique Canal as the plane heads south-southwest.
Western Cordillera
Rugged, lush green mountain ridges that separate the inland valleys from the Pacific Chocó region.
Cauca River Meanders
The silver ribbon of the Cauca River snaking through the valley floor becomes a prominent feature during the approach.
Yumbo Industrial Hub
The massive industrial complexes of Yumbo are clearly visible just before the final approach into CLO.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy a spectacular sunset over the Western Cordillera. This side also offers a better view of the Farallones de Cali mountains if the flight path approaches from the north. Keep an eye out for the San Cipriano nature reserve's dense rainforest canopy in the distance.
Distance: 836 km (519 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: BAQ (10.8896, -74.7808)
Arrival: CLO (3.54322, -76.3816)
Route Type: Domestic
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