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BOG → GYE
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (Guayaquil)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the 'Avenue of the Volcanoes' as you cross into Ecuador, featuring some of the highest peaks in the Northern Andes.
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Bogotá Savanna
Aerial view of the high-altitude plateau and the dense urban sprawl of the Colombian capital immediately after takeoff.
Los Nevados Park
Glaciated peaks of the Central Cordillera, including the majestic Nevado del Tolima and Nevado del Ruiz.
Avenue of Volcanoes
Stunning vistas of the Ecuadorian volcanic chain, including the iconic snow-capped cone of Cotopaxi.
Chimborazo
View of Ecuador's highest peak, whose summit is the point on Earth closest to the sun.
Sit on the left (Port) side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the best shadows on the Andean peaks. Look out approximately 45-50 minutes into the flight for the first glimpse of the Ecuadorian giants. Clear weather is most common from June to September.
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Western Cordillera
Rugged ridges and deep valleys of the Colombian West Andes, often shrouded in mist.
Chocó Rainforest
The transition into the hyper-diverse and lush greenery of the Pacific lowland forests.
Guayas River Delta
The massive convergence of the Babahoyo and Daule rivers forming the Guayas estuary.
Guayaquil Skyline
Views of the Malecón 2000, Santa Ana Hill, and the bridges over the Guayas river during the final descent.
The right side is excellent for the final approach into GYE, offering views of the expansive river system and the city's waterfront. Choose this side if you prefer seeing the transition from mountain to tropical coastal plains. Afternoon flights provide warm, golden lighting on the coastal landscapes.
Book Hotels in GuayaquilDistance: 994 km (618 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: GYE (-2.15741991997, -79.88359832760001)
Route Type: International
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