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BOG → CUC
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to Camilo Daza International Airport (Cucuta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the highest reaches of the Eastern Cordillera, including the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada del Cocuy and the high-altitude páramo ecosystems.
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Lake Fúquene
A large, shallow lake surrounded by high-altitude wetlands early in the flight path.
Sierra Nevada del Cocuy
The magnificent glacial peaks of the highest point in the Eastern Andes are visible on the horizon.
Boyacá Highlands
A beautiful patchwork of agricultural fields and small colonial towns nestled in the Andean valleys.
Venezuelan Borderlands
The rugged mountains of the Táchira range marking the international boundary during the final approach.
Páramo de Santurbán
The delicate and misty high-mountain water-producing ecosystems near the end of the cruise phase.
Sit on the right for the most iconic views of the snow-capped Cocuy range, which is best seen during the middle of the flight. This side is superior for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes of the Andes. Watch for the sharp transition from the high cold plateaus to the warmer valley of Cúcuta during the rapid descent.
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Sabana de Bogotá
Aerial view of the northern suburbs and the industrial clusters of the plateau shortly after takeoff.
Chicamocha Canyon
Deep, jagged geological formations of one of the world's largest canyons as the flight passes over Santander.
Serranía de los Yariguíes
Distant views of the lush, protected national park and its rugged, forest-covered ridges.
Bucaramanga Skyline
The dense urban landscape of the 'City of Parks' is often visible on the descent path toward the northeast.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. The view of the Chicamocha Canyon is highly dependent on the specific airway assigned by ATC, so look out about 30 minutes into the flight. It also provides better views of the Magdalena Valley in the far distance on exceptionally clear days.
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Get eSIMs for ColombiaDistance: 402 km (250 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: CUC (7.927569999999999, -72.5115)
Route Type: Domestic
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