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CLO → CTG
Which side of the plane to sit from Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (Cali) to Rafael Nuñez International Airport (Cartagena)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Caribbean coastline, the Rosario Islands, and the modern skyline of Cartagena during the final approach.
Western Cordillera
Aerial views of the rugged ridges of the Farallones de Cali and the northern reaches of the Western Andes.
Chocó Lowlands
Dense, misty rainforests stretching toward the Pacific coast as the plane heads north.
Gulf of Morrosquillo
The first glimpse of the turquoise Caribbean Sea near the coastal towns of Tolú and Coveñas.
Rosario Islands
Stunning views of the coral archipelago and protected marine areas just south of Cartagena.
Bocagrande Skyline
The dramatic 'Little Miami' skyline of Cartagena as the aircraft turns for its final descent.
Book a window seat on the left for the spectacular approach over the Caribbean Sea. Morning flights usually offer the best visibility over the Andes before clouds build up. During descent, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the turquoise sea and the high-rise buildings of Bocagrande.
Central Cordillera
Distances views of the high volcanic peaks, including the snow-capped Nevado del Ruiz on clear days.
Magdalena River
The massive, meandering artery of Colombia as it flows through the interior floodplains.
Mompox Depression
Intricate networks of lagoons and wetlands where the Cauca and Magdalena rivers meet.
Ciénaga de la Virgen
A vast coastal lagoon located just east of the airport, often reflecting the sky during landing.
The right side is superior for observing the inland geography and the scale of the Magdalena River valley. If you are flying in the late afternoon, this side avoids the direct glare of the sun over the ocean, making it easier to spot the distant peaks of the Central Andes.
Distance: 773 km (480 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: CLO (3.54322, -76.3816)
Arrival: CTG (10.4424, -75.513)
Route Type: Domestic
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