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BOG → CCS
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Andean peaks, the vast Llanos plains, and the iconic El Ávila mountain range during the final approach into Maiquetía.
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Eastern Cordillera
Immediate views of the high-altitude Andean ridges and páramos upon leaving Bogotá.
The Llanos
The expansive tropical grasslands stretching toward the Orinoco River basin.
Sierra Nevada de Mérida
Distant views of Venezuela's highest peaks, including Pico Bolívar.
Henri Pittier Park
The dense cloud forests of the coastal range as the flight nears its destination.
El Ávila National Park
The dramatic mountain wall that separates the city of Caracas from the sea.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the mountain ranges. During the final descent, this side offers a brief glimpse of the Caracas valley hidden behind the coastal mountains. Seats behind the wing are recommended for unobstructed views of the terrain.
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Sabana de Bogotá
View of the northern plateau and the surrounding municipalities of the Colombian capital.
Chicamocha Canyon
The deep, rugged geological formations of the Santander region visible to the north.
Caribbean Coastline
The turquoise waters and coastal cliffs appearing as the flight approaches the Venezuelan shore.
Port of La Guaira
The bustling maritime hub of Venezuela visible just before landing.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid direct sun glare. It provides the best view of the coastline and the transition from the Andes to the Caribbean Sea. Keep a lookout for Lake Maracaibo in the far distance on clear days.
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Get eSIMs for VenezuelaDistance: 1,025 km (637 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Route Type: International
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