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BOG → LET
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport (Leticia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive river systems including the Caquetá and the first breathtaking glimpse of the Amazon River during the descent into Leticia.
Central Cordillera
Distant views of the snow-capped volcanic peaks across the Magdalena valley.
Caquetá River
A massive, silt-laden river that creates a striking brown contrast against the green canopy.
Unbroken Canopy
Stunning, uninterrupted views of the primary Amazon rainforest for the majority of the cruise.
Putumayo Watershed
Views of the deep jungle rivers that define the border regions of southern Colombia.
The Amazon River
Dramatic views of the world's largest river and its massive width during the final approach.
The right side is the 'money side' for the final 15 minutes of the flight. As the plane aligns with the runway at LET, you typically get a direct view of the Amazon River's main trunk. Use a high shutter speed for photos to capture the intricate textures of the rainforest canopy below.
Bogota Cityscape
Panoramic views of the capital and the eastern hills immediately after takeoff.
Sumapaz Paramo
The world's largest alpine tundra ecosystem with its unique high-altitude lagoons.
Llanos Transition
The dramatic drop where the Andes mountains meet the vast eastern plains.
Guaviare River
Complex oxbow lakes and winding water paths visible through the emerging jungle.
Brazilian Frontier
The vast expanse of the Japurá basin near the border with Brazil as you descend.
Choose the left side for morning flights (usually departing BOG before 11:00 AM) to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is excellent for seeing the transition from the high-altitude Sabana de Bogota to the tropical lowlands within the first 25 minutes of flight.
Distance: 1,094 km (680 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: LET (-4.19355, -69.9432)
Route Type: Domestic
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