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CDG → CCS
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is preferred primarily to avoid the direct southern sun glare during this westbound transatlantic crossing. It offers superior views of the French Brittany coast upon departure and clearer, well-lit views of the northern Caribbean islands and the turquoise waters surrounding Isla La Tortuga during the descent into Caracas.
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Brittany Coastline
Rugged views of the French Atlantic coast, including the jagged peninsulas and islands of the Finistère region.
Atlantic Skycapes
Expansive views of the North Atlantic weather systems and unique cloud formations away from the direct sun.
Northern Leeward Islands
Stunning aerial perspectives of Antigua, Saint Kitts, or the Virgin Islands depending on the daily air traffic control track.
Isla La Tortuga
A brilliant white-sand uninhabited island that stands out against the deep blue Caribbean waters shortly before arrival.
Litoral Central
Clear views of the Venezuelan coastline and the port of La Guaira during the final descent into Simón Bolívar Airport.
This side offers the best lighting for photography since the sun is on the opposite side of the aircraft. Keep an eye out for 'La Tortuga' island roughly 20 minutes before landing; its bright white sand is unmistakable. During the descent, you will have a front-row seat to the turquoise Caribbean waters before the plane turns toward the runway.
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Parisian Basin
Panoramic views of the Île-de-France region and the outer suburbs of Paris immediately after takeoff from CDG.
Loire Valley
Depending on the specific departure corridor, glimpses of the winding Loire River and its historic châteaux are possible.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic transition where the continental shelf of Europe drops off into the deep Atlantic abyss.
Southern Antilles
Distant views of islands like Martinique or Saint Lucia as the flight enters the Caribbean Basin.
Cordillera de la Costa
A stunning view of the steep mountain range that separates the Caribbean Sea from the valley of Caracas during final approach.
Expect heavy sunlight for the duration of the flight as you are facing south; keep your window shade partially lowered to avoid glare. The best scenery occurs in the first 30 minutes and the final 45 minutes of the flight. Watch for the dramatic mountain-to-sea drop-off as you approach the Venezuelan coast.
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Get eSIMs for VenezuelaDistance: 7,633 km (4,743 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 59 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Route Type: International
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