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BOG → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the vibrant turquoise waters of the Bahamas and the intricate coastline of the Mid-Atlantic United States, including the Chesapeake Bay.
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Bahama Banks
Breathtaking views of the shallow, electric-blue waters and sand patterns around Andros Island and the Exumas.
Outer Banks
The iconic, thin barrier islands of North Carolina, stretching out into the Atlantic Ocean.
Chesapeake Bay
A comprehensive view of the massive bay, including its various tributaries and the Norfolk naval shipyards in the distance.
Washington D.C. (Distant)
Depending on the arrival pattern, a glimpse of the National Mall and the Potomac River may be visible on the far horizon.
The right side is essential for viewing the Caribbean reefs. For morning flights, this side will be very bright, so window shades may be needed until reaching the U.S. coast. The best views of the Bahamian waters occur roughly midway through the flight. On descent, look for the intricate patterns of the Virginia coastline.
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Andean Cordillera
Stunning views of the rugged Colombian mountains and the Magdalena River valley immediately after departure.
Havana Skyline
Clear views of the Cuban capital and the historic El Morro fortress as the plane crosses the island's western edge.
The Everglades
The vast, unique wetland ecosystem of Southern Florida as the flight enters U.S. airspace.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Lush, rolling Appalachian ridges and the Shenandoah Valley visible during the final descent into Dulles.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. This side is ideal for spotting the transition from the tropical Colombian terrain to the urbanized East Coast corridor. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for the best mountain shots.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 3,822 km (2,375 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 30 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: International
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