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BYC → SRZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Yacuiba Airport (Yacuiba) to El Trompillo Airport (Santa Cruz)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Serranía del Aguaragüe and the rugged sub-Andean foothills that define the transition between the mountains and the plains.
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Serranía del Aguaragüe
The plane flies parallel to this jagged mountain ridge immediately after takeoff, providing a close-up look at its unique geological folds.
Camiri Foothills
Views of the oil-rich sub-Andean zone where deep green valleys meet the historical petroleum town of Camiri.
Amboró Buffer Zone
As you head north, the distant peaks of the Amboró National Park become visible on the horizon, showcasing dense cloud forest terrain.
Santa Cruz Skyline
During the final approach into El Trompillo, the left side typically offers a panoramic view of the city's central business district.
Choose a window seat on the left side for morning flights to get the best front-lighting on the Aguaragüe mountains. Avoid seats over the wing to maintain an unobstructed view of the sharp transition between the Andean foothills and the Chaco plains. During the dry season (May to September), the visibility is usually much higher, though occasional agricultural smoke can occur.
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Pilcomayo River
Visible shortly after departure near Villamontes, this massive river meanders through the landscape leaving distinctive oxbow scars.
Gran Chaco Wilderness
The vast, seemingly endless semi-arid forest of the Gran Chaco stretches eastward toward the horizons of Paraguay and Argentina.
Rio Grande Crossing
A major landmark where the flight crosses the wide, sandy bed of the Rio Grande (Guapay), often featuring intricate braided channel patterns.
Agricultural Grids
Massive geometric patterns of soy and sunflower fields highlight the intensive agricultural development surrounding Santa Cruz.
The right side is best for observing the sheer scale of the Chaco forest and the massive hydrological systems of the Rio Grande. If flying in the late afternoon, the right side will be shaded, which is better for photography as it reduces window glare. Keep an eye out for the distinct 'Baados de Izozog' wetlands in the distance to the east.
Book Hotels in Santa CruzDistance: 464 km (288 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: BYC (-21.960899353027344, -63.65169906616211)
Arrival: SRZ (-17.8115997314, -63.1715011597)
Route Type: Domestic
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