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CLO → ESM
Which side of the plane to sit from Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (Cali) to General Rivadeneira Airport (Esmeraldas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Western Cordillera of the Andes and the lush Farallones de Cali shortly after takeoff.
Farallones de Cali
Stunning views of the jagged blue peaks that form part of the Western Andes range immediately south of Cali.
Western Cordillera
Continuous views of the rugged, high-altitude mountain ridges that define the Colombian landscape.
Galeras Volcano
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the active Galeras volcano near Pasto may be visible to the southeast.
Chocó Rainforest
Dense, vibrant green canopy of one of the world's most biodiverse and rainiest tropical forests.
Popayán Views
A glimpse of the 'White City' nestled in the valley between the mountain ranges during the mid-flight segment.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct afternoon glare and to see the Andes illuminated. This side provides the most topographical variety, especially during the climb from CLO and the cruise over the Nariño department. Keep an eye out for cloud formations that often hug the mountain peaks.
Pacific Ocean Coastline
The vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean meeting the dark sands of the South American coast.
Sanquianga Mangroves
Intricate networks of waterways and protected mangrove forests along the Nariño coastline.
Tumaco Archipelago
The coastal city of Tumaco and its surrounding islands and peninsulas as you head toward the border.
Esmeraldas River Delta
The wide, sediment-rich mouth of the Esmeraldas River as the plane begins its final approach into ESM.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, as the sun dips into the Pacific. It offers great views of the complex river systems and deltas of the Colombian and Ecuadorian coast. Choose this side if you prefer serene water vistas over rugged mountain terrain.
Distance: 460 km (286 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: CLO (3.54322, -76.3816)
Arrival: ESM (0.9785190224647522, -79.62660217285156)
Route Type: International
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