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BOG → GUA
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to La Aurora Airport (Guatemala City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a dramatic perspective of the Pacific coastline and an unparalleled front-row view of Guatemala's iconic active volcanoes during the descent into La Aurora.
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Panama Canal Entrance
Spot the fleet of massive cargo ships anchored in the Pacific entrance of the canal near Panama City.
Costa Rican Coastline
Aerial views of the rugged Nicoya Peninsula and the deep blue waters of the Pacific Ocean.
Volcán de Fuego
One of the world's most active volcanoes, often seen venting ash or smoke as you approach Guatemala City.
Volcán de Agua
The perfectly symmetrical cone that looms over the colonial city of Antigua, visible just before touchdown.
Gulf of Fonseca
The unique triple-border maritime area where El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua meet.
Book an 'A' window seat for the most scenic descent. The approach to GUA usually passes right by the volcanic chain; morning flights are highly recommended as these peaks are often shrouded in clouds by 1:00 PM. Keep your camera ready starting 25 minutes before arrival.
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Sabana de Bogotá
The expansive high-altitude plateau surrounding El Dorado Airport immediately after takeoff.
Lake Nicaragua
The largest lake in Central America, featuring the Ometepe Island volcanoes rising from its center.
San Salvador View
A glimpse of the Salvadoran capital and the nearby Ilopango caldera lake during the mid-flight segment.
Guatemala City Zones
Dense urban views of the city's residential and business districts during the final glide path.
Choose the right side if you prefer views of the interior highlands and large lakes. Note that morning flights will face direct sunlight on this side, which can make photography difficult due to glare. This side is better for seeing the urban sprawl of Guatemala City rather than the volcanoes.
Book Hotels in Guatemala CityDistance: 2,103 km (1,307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: GUA (14.5833, -90.527496)
Route Type: International
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