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EOH → PEI
Which side of the plane to sit from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (Medellin) to Matecaña International Airport (Pereira)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Central Cordillera's highest peaks, including the snow-capped volcanoes of Los Nevados, which are the primary highlight of this short Andean hop.
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Aburrá Valley South
Aerial view of the dense urban architecture of Envigado and Sabaneta as the plane climbs out of Medellín.
Central Cordillera
Dramatic views of the rugged mountain range that separates the Cauca and Magdalena river valleys.
Los Nevados Park
On clear days, the glacier-capped peaks of Nevado del Ruiz and Nevado de Santa Isabel are visible to the southeast.
Coffee Axis
The transition into the UNESCO World Heritage coffee landscape with its distinctive bright green rolling hills.
Dosquebradas
A close-up view of Pereira's sister city nestled against the mountains during the final descent.
Book an early morning flight (06:00 - 08:00) to maximize your chances of seeing the volcanoes before the typical Andean cloud cover forms. Avoid seats directly over the wing, as this is a very short flight at low altitude where ground detail is the main attraction.
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Cerro Nutibara
An immediate view of the prominent hill and Pueblito Paisa in the heart of Medellín right after takeoff.
Cerro Tusa
Look for the world's largest natural pyramid-shaped mountain rising sharply in the distance to the southwest.
Cauca River Valley
The deep, wide valley of the Cauca River is visible towards the western horizon.
Pereira Downtown
A sweeping view of the Pereira skyline and the César Gaviria Trujillo Viaduct upon approach to PEI.
The right side is preferable for afternoon flights as it avoids the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to catch the unique silhouette of Cerro Tusa against the Western Cordillera.
Book Hotels in PereiraDistance: 157 km (98 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: EOH (6.220549, -75.590582)
Arrival: PEI (4.81267, -75.7395)
Route Type: Domestic
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