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BOG → CUR
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to Hato International Airport (Willemstad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, featuring the world's highest coastal peaks, followed by the dramatic transition of the La Guajira desert into the Caribbean Sea.
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Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
Glacial peaks of Pico Cristóbal Colón and Pico Simón Bolívar rising sharply from the tropical coast.
La Guajira Peninsula
The striking orange and red sands of the Alta Guajira desert meeting the turquoise Caribbean waters.
Tayrona National Park
Breathtaking views of deep green jungle bays and secluded white sand beaches along the northern coast.
Ciénaga Grande
The massive coastal lagoon complex of Santa Marta, showcasing intricate mangrove patterns.
Book an early morning flight (before 10:00 AM) to avoid the cloud cover that typically obscures the Andean peaks and the Sierra Nevada by noon. The left side is essential for seeing the snow-capped mountains which are a rare sight so close to the equator. During the descent into Curacao, this side often looks out toward the open ocean and the rugged north coast of the island.
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Eastern Cordillera
Rugged ridges and deep valleys of the Santander region shortly after departing Bogota.
Gulf of Venezuela
Views of the massive gulf and the distant silhouette of the Paraguaná Peninsula.
Willemstad Skyline
On final approach, catch the colorful Dutch colonial architecture and the Queen Emma Bridge.
Sit on the right if you are interested in the tectonic geography of the Catatumbo region and the Gulf of Venezuela. For the best views of Willemstad's iconic colorful houses, the right side is preferred if the aircraft lands toward the East (Runway 11), which is the standard landing direction due to trade winds. Have your polarising sunglasses ready to cut through the sea glare.
Book Hotels in WillemstadDistance: 1,009 km (627 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: CUR (12.1889, -68.959801)
Route Type: International
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