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BOC → SJO
Which side of the plane to sit from Bocas Del Toro International Airport (Bocas Del Toro) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (San Jose)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of views starting with the Bocas del Toro archipelago followed by the Caribbean coastline and the dramatic volcanic peaks of the Central Range.
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Bocas Archipelago
Stunning aerial views of Isla Colon, Carenero, and the surrounding coral reefs immediately after takeoff.
Caribbean Coastline
The turquoise waters and white sand beaches of Puerto Viejo and Cahuita National Park.
Turrialba Volcano
An active volcano often seen venting steam, located on the eastern edge of the Central Valley.
Irazú Volcano
Costa Rica's highest volcano; on clear days you can see its massive crater and the Diego de la Haya lake.
Braulio Carrillo
The 'Emerald of Costa Rica,' a vast expanse of primary cloud forest covering the northern slopes.
The right side is the clear winner for landmark spotting. Choose this side for the iconic island shots leaving BOC. Morning flights provide the best clarity for seeing the volcanoes; clouds usually roll in by 2 PM, obscuring the craters. If the flight path follows the coast before turning, you will see the reef systems clearly from here.
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Almirante Bay
Expansive views of the mainland coast of Panama and the busy port waters of Almirante.
Cerro Chirripó
Spot the highest peak in Costa Rica towering over the Talamanca mountain range to the south.
Orosi Valley
Lush green valleys famous for coffee production as the plane enters the Central Valley region.
Cartago City
The former capital of Costa Rica and the historic Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels.
Sit on the left if you want to see the rugged, high-altitude terrain of the Talamanca range. This side is better in the afternoon to avoid direct glare from the southern sun during the short hop west. Watch for the dramatic change from coastal lowlands to sharp mountain ridges.
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Get eSIMs for Costa RicaDistance: 227 km (141 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: BOC (9.340849876403809, -82.25080108642578)
Arrival: SJO (9.993860244750977, -84.20880126953125)
Route Type: International
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