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CTG → MIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Rafael Nuñez International Airport (Cartagena) to Miami International Airport (Miami)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the historic center of Cartagena upon departure and the iconic Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay during the final approach.
Cartagena Walled City
A rare aerial view of the historic 'Ciudad Amurallada' and San Felipe Castle shortly after departure.
Cuban Archipelago
Glimpses of the central Cuban coastline and the Cayos as the flight path crosses the island.
Biscayne Bay
Crystal clear emerald waters and the northern reaches of the Florida Keys during the descent.
Miami Skyline
Stunning views of the Brickell financial district and Downtown Miami skyscrapers on the final glide path.
South Beach
The iconic shoreline and art deco district of Miami Beach are often visible during the standard approach into runway 8R or 9.
For the most dramatic arrival, the right side is essential. Most flights land facing east, which places the Miami skyline and PortMiami directly in your window. Afternoon flights may experience some glare, but the sunset views over the Atlantic are often spectacular.
Bocagrande Skyline
View the modern high-rises of Cartagena's 'Little Miami' peninsula immediately after takeoff.
Rosario Islands
Spot the coral reefs and turquoise waters of this famous archipelago off the Colombian coast.
Gulf of Mexico Horizon
Vast ocean vistas as the plane crosses the Caribbean towards the Florida straits.
The Everglades
The expansive 'River of Grass' wetlands visible as the aircraft enters Florida airspace from the south.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It provides an excellent perspective of the transition from the Caribbean Sea into the unique ecosystem of the Florida Everglades as you approach MIA.
Distance: 1,779 km (1,105 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: CTG (10.4424, -75.513)
Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Route Type: International
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