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EOH → NQU
Which side of the plane to sit from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (Medellin) to Reyes Murillo Airport (Nuquí)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the lush Andes and the Chocó rainforest, the right side provides a superior perspective of the coastline and the Gulf of Tribugá during the descent into Nuquí.
Downtown Medellin
A direct look at the city's dense urban center and the administrative buildings immediately after takeoff from EOH.
Paramillo Ridges
The northern stretches of the Western Andes, showcasing steep ridges and deep, inaccessible tropical valleys.
Atrato River Basin
Vast, flat wetlands and diverse swamp ecosystems visible in the distance toward the northern horizon.
Gulf of Tribugá
The breathtaking intersection where the dense tropical rainforest meets the dark volcanic sands of the Pacific Ocean.
Whale Watching
During the migration season (July-October), keep a close eye on the coastal waters for whale breaches during final approach.
Book an early morning flight (before 9:00 AM) to maximize the chance of clear skies, as this region is one of the rainiest on Earth and clouds usually build up by noon. During the July-October season, look for white splashes in the ocean near Nuquí which usually indicate Humpback whales. The approach into Reyes Murillo Airport often involves a bank that gives this side an excellent view of the shoreline.
Southern Aburrá Valley
Aerial views of the El Poblado district and the high-rise residential sprawl of Medellin as you climb out of EOH.
Cordillera Occidental
The rugged, emerald-green peaks of the Western Andes, often shrouded in dramatic morning mist.
Serranía del Baudó
The ancient, isolated mountain range that runs parallel to the Pacific coast, completely carpeted in primary rainforest.
Chocó River Systems
Winding brown rivers carving serpentine paths through the dense, trackless jungle canopy below.
Cloud Forests
High-altitude ecosystems where the moisture from the Pacific meets the mountain slopes, creating unique cloud formations.
Choose this side for better morning lighting on the mountain ridges without the sun's glare. It is the best side for observing the deep, inland jungle geography and the transition from the Andes to the Chocó lowlands. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes after takeoff for the most dramatic mountain textures.
Distance: 196 km (122 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: EOH (6.220549, -75.590582)
Arrival: NQU (5.6964, -77.2806)
Route Type: Domestic
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