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BOG → MDE
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (Rio Negro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views of the flight, including the sprawling cityscape of Bogota upon takeoff and the breathtaking turquoise patterns of the Guatapé reservoir during the descent into Rionegro.
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Bogota Cityscape
Panoramic views of the dense urban sprawl and skyscrapers if the flight departs toward the south or east.
Magdalena River
The winding path of Colombia's principal river snaking through the valley below.
Guatapé Reservoir
The stunning blue man-made lake with its intricate shoreline and many islands.
Piedra del Peñol
The massive 200-meter high monolithic rock can often be spotted jutting out from the landscape near the reservoir.
The right side is the 'photographer's choice' for the approach into MDE. Request a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Peñol-Guatapé reservoir. For evening flights, this side offers a spectacular view of the sunset reflecting off the Magdalena River.
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Sabana de Bogotá
Aerial views of the high-altitude plateau and the northern wetlands of the capital region.
Central Cordillera
Dramatic crossing of the central branch of the Colombian Andes with rugged, mist-covered peaks.
Magdalena Valley
The deep tropical greenery of the valley floor situated between the Eastern and Central mountain ranges.
Santa Elena Highlands
The lush, rolling green mountains of the Antioquia department as the plane approaches MDE.
Choose the left side for morning flights (before 9:00 AM) to have the sun at your back, providing the clearest visibility and best lighting for photos of the Andean mountain ridges. This side is also excellent for observing the rapid change in vegetation from the dry Sabana to the tropical cloud forests.
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Get eSIMs for ColombiaDistance: 215 km (134 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: MDE (6.164540000000001, -75.4231)
Route Type: Domestic
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