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BOG → CTG
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to Rafael Nuñez International Airport (Cartagena)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Magdalena River valley and a superior view of Cartagena's modern skyline and the Caribbean Sea during the standard approach.
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Bogota North
View of the northern residential districts and the high-altitude plateau immediately after takeoff.
Central Andes Range
Distant views of the snow-capped volcanic peaks of the Cordillera Central on clear mornings.
Magdalena River
The massive, winding river system that serves as the main artery of Colombian geography.
Bocagrande Skyline
Cartagena's iconic 'Little Miami' skyline of white skyscrapers jutting into the Caribbean.
Tierrabomba Island
The large island protecting the Bay of Cartagena, visible during the final descent.
Choose an 'A' seat for the best experience. On morning flights, the sun will be on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for photography. Pay close attention during the last 10 minutes of the flight; if the plane approaches from the south, the views of the modern skyline are unmatched.
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Eastern Cordillera
Rugged mountain peaks and high-altitude paramo ecosystems shortly after leaving the capital.
Mompós Wetlands
A complex network of lagoons and water channels in the northern tropical lowlands.
Ciénaga de la Virgen
The massive coastal lagoon located directly adjacent to the Cartagena airport.
Walled City
The historic colonial center of Cartagena with its orange rooftops and stone fortifications.
San Felipe Fortress
The imposing Spanish castle that dominates the city's historic land defense.
Book an 'F' seat if you are more interested in colonial history than modern architecture. This side often gets a direct view of the UNESCO Walled City and the Fortress of San Felipe as the plane aligns with the runway. Afternoon flights can be brighter on this side, so bring sunglasses.
Book Hotels in CartagenaDistance: 656 km (408 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: CTG (10.4424, -75.513)
Route Type: Domestic
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