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CUR → BOG
Which side of the plane to sit from Hato International Airport (Willemstad) to El Dorado International Airport (Bogota)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning sequence of views including the historic harbor of Willemstad, the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, and the dramatic mountain ridges of the Cordillera Oriental as you descend into the Bogotá savanna.
Willemstad Harbor
Aerial view of the iconic colorful Dutch colonial architecture and the Queen Emma Bridge immediately after takeoff from Hato.
Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
The world's highest coastal mountain range, often visible with snow-capped peaks (Bolívar and Colón) towering over the Caribbean coast.
Cordillera Oriental
Dramatic views of the eastern branch of the Colombian Andes, featuring deep canyons and sharp ridges as the plane climbs into the highlands.
Embalse de Tominé
A large, scenic reservoir located just north of Bogotá, signaling the final approach into the capital.
Bogotá Skyline
During the final descent, views of the dense urban center and the Monserrate sanctuary perched on the mountainside.
Book a window seat on the left for early morning flights to catch the sun illuminating the Sierra Nevada peaks. These peaks are most likely to be cloud-free before 10:00 AM. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the vibrant colors of Curaçao's capital city.
Curaçao West Coast
Bird's-eye view of the island's secluded coves and turquoise waters including Westpunt and Playa Kenepa.
Magdalena River
The artery of Colombia, winding through the lush valley between the Central and Eastern Andean ranges.
Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta
A massive coastal marsh system and lagoon located between Barranquilla and Santa Marta.
Cordillera Central
On clear days, distant views of the volcanic peaks of the central range, including the Nevado del Ruiz.
Sabana de Bogotá
The vast, flat high-altitude plateau where the city is located, showcasing intensive agriculture and greenhouse complexes.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Magdalena River valley without direct glare. Look for the distinct change in landscape from the Caribbean coastal plains to the high-altitude greenhouses of the savanna during the last 20 minutes of flight.
Distance: 1,009 km (627 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: CUR (12.1889, -68.959801)
Arrival: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Route Type: International
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