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BOG → PPN
Which side of the plane to sit from El Dorado International Airport (Bogota) to Guillermo León Valencia Airport (Popayan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the highest peaks in the Colombian Andes, including the snow-capped Nevado del Huila and the active Puracé Volcano.
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Bogotá Savanna
Aerial view of the sprawling capital city and the high plateau immediately after takeoff.
Nevado del Huila
View of Colombia's highest volcano, often featuring a prominent snow-capped peak above the clouds.
Puracé Volcano
An active volcano within the Puracé National Natural Park, visible during the final descent into Popayán.
Tierradentro Mountains
The rugged, deep-green topography of the Central Cordillera known for its archaeological importance.
Serranía de los Cuchillos
Dramatic jagged mountain ridges that define the landscape of the department of Huila.
Book an early morning flight (before 9:00 AM) for the best chance to see the snow-capped volcanoes before afternoon cloud cover sets in. The left side is essential for seeing Nevado del Huila, which is the highlight of this route. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes into the flight.
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Magdalena River Valley
The wide valley of Colombia's most important river snaking between the mountain ranges.
Cauca River Basin
Lush agricultural lands and rolling hills as the flight transitions between the Central and Western Cordilleras.
Western Cordillera
Distal views of the Farallones de Cali and the western branch of the Andes mountains.
Munchique National Park
Cloud-forested slopes visible to the west during the approach to Guillermo León Valencia Airport.
The right side is ideal for seeing the vast river valleys and the sunset if flying in the late afternoon. While it lacks the high volcanic peaks of the left side, it offers a broader view of the Colombian landscape's agricultural diversity. Sit toward the front to avoid wing obstruction of the valley floor.
Book Hotels in PopayanDistance: 370 km (230 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Arrival: PPN (2.4544, -76.6093)
Route Type: Domestic
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