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CLO → PTY
Which side of the plane to sit from Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (Cali) to Tocumen International Airport (Panama City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Pacific coastline of Colombia, the stunning Pearl Islands in the Gulf of Panama, and the iconic approach into Panama City, including the massive queue of ships waiting to enter the Panama Canal.
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Chocó Coastline
Deep green rainforests of the Chocó region meeting the rugged Pacific shoreline.
Bahía Málaga
A biodiversity hotspot where humpback whales can often be spotted from above between July and October.
Pearl Islands
The turquoise waters and white sand beaches of the Archipiélago de las Perlas, including Contadora Island.
Canal Anchorage
View dozens of massive cargo ships and tankers anchored in the Gulf of Panama awaiting their canal transit.
Panama City Skyline
A breathtaking view of the Punta Paitilla and Costa del Este skyscrapers during the final descent.
Book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you for the best photography of the coastline. As you approach PTY, keep your eyes peeled for the Bridge of the Americas and the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, which are most frequently visible from this side during standard approach patterns.
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Western Andes
The sharp ridges and deep valleys of the Cordillera Occidental as you depart Cali.
Darién Gap
The vast, roadless, and impenetrable jungle that forms the natural border between South and Central America.
Lake Bayano
A sprawling reservoir surrounded by dense forest, providing a major source of hydroelectric power for Panama.
Isthmus Crossing
Visual perspective of the narrow land bridge connecting two continents.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Colombian Andes. While less focused on the ocean, it provides a unique look at the remote Darién wilderness. During the landing phase, you may get a distant view of the Caribbean Sea on exceptionally clear days.
Book Hotels in Panama CityDistance: 698 km (434 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min
Departure: CLO (3.54322, -76.3816)
Arrival: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Route Type: International
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