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BLA → CCS
Which side of the plane to sit from General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport (Barcelona) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panoramic view of where the Cordillera de la Costa mountains meet the Caribbean Sea, including national parks and coastal lagoons.
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Lechería & El Morro
A clear view of the iconic Morro de Lechería and the surrounding canals shortly after takeoff from Barcelona.
Laguna de Tacarigua
The vast coastal lagoon and its mangrove forests are visible as you track westward along the Miranda coast.
Cordillera de la Costa
Witness the dramatic elevation of the coastal mountain range rising steeply from the shoreline.
Miranda Beaches
Detailed views of the coastline stretching from Higuerote toward the central coast.
Waraira Repano (El Ávila)
As you approach CCS, the massive mountain wall that separates the capital city of Caracas from the sea dominates the view.
Book a window seat on the left side (typically seat A) to keep the coastline in view. Morning flights are highly recommended as clouds often gather over the mountains by midday, obscuring the dramatic peaks. Avoid seats over the wing (rows 10-18 on most narrow-body jets) to ensure an unobstructed view of the lagoons and cliffs.
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Caribbean Expanse
Enjoy the deep turquoise hues of the Caribbean Sea for the duration of this short flight.
Cabo Codera
Spot the distinct point where the Venezuelan coastline takes a sharp turn, a key landmark for maritime navigation.
La Tortuga Island
On exceptionally clear days, look north to spot the faint outline of La Tortuga Island on the horizon.
La Guaira Port
Get a close-up look at the commercial shipping vessels and the main seaport of Venezuela during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for those who prefer the serenity of the open sea. While less geographically diverse than the left, it offers better lighting for photos during late afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind the plane. Keep an eye out for whitecaps and small fishing vessels dotting the blue water near the Maiquetía approach.
Book Hotels in CaracasDistance: 257 km (160 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: BLA (10.111111, -64.692222)
Arrival: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Route Type: Domestic
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