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BRM → PMV
Which side of the plane to sit from Barquisimeto International Airport (Barquisimeto) to Del Caribe Santiago Mariño International Airport (Porlamar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Venezuelan Coastal Range (Cordillera de la Costa), including views of Lake Valencia, the Caracas valley backdrop, and the iconic approach over the smaller islands of Cubagua and Coche.
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Sierra de Jirajara
The initial ascent provides views of the transition from the Lara depression to the coastal mountains.
Lake Valencia
Venezuela's second-largest freshwater lake, nestled in a fertile valley between mountain ranges.
The Caracas Valley
While the city is often obscured, the massive 'El Avila' mountain range serves as a dramatic landmark.
Mochima National Park
Distances views of the intricate bays and crystalline waters near the Anzoátegui state border.
Islands of Coche and Cubagua
Low-altitude views of these two flat, desert-like islands just minutes before landing in Porlamar.
The right side is the definitive choice for landmark spotting. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to clearly see Lake Valencia and the Silla de Caracas. On the final approach into PMV, the plane usually descends over the islands of Coche and Cubagua, offering a stunning color contrast between the red earth and the turquoise sea. Late afternoon flights on this side offer the warmest lighting for photography.
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Caribbean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Caribbean Sea stretching north toward the Lesser Antilles.
Henri Pittier National Park
Dense cloud forests where the mountains meet the sea near Ocumare and Choroní.
La Guaira Seaport
One of Venezuela's most important commercial ports visible along the central coastline.
Isla La Tortuga
A glimpse of the large, uninhabited island known for its turquoise waters and pristine sandbanks.
Margarita Shoreline
The northern cliffs and beaches of Isla de Margarita as the aircraft banks for landing.
Sit on the left if you enjoy the contrast between the deep ocean and the rugged northern coastline. For morning flights, this side is shielded from direct sun glare, making it easier to spot the silhouette of Isla La Tortuga in the distance. During the descent, you may see the northern wind-swept beaches of Margarita.
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Get eSIMs for VenezuelaDistance: 597 km (371 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: BRM (10.042746543884276, -69.35861968994139)
Arrival: PMV (10.912603378295898, -63.96659851074219)
Route Type: Domestic
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