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MDE → BAQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (Rio Negro) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (Barranquilla)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic geographical landmarks of Northern Colombia, including the winding Magdalena River and the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
Magdalena River
Follow the massive, winding path of Colombia's principal river as it snakes toward the Caribbean Sea.
Central Cordillera
Aerial views of the high peaks and deep emerald valleys of the central branch of the Colombian Andes.
Ciénaga Grande
The vast mangrove-fringed lagoon system of Santa Marta, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, visible near the coast.
Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
On clear days, the spectacular snow-capped peaks of the highest coastal mountain range in the world appear in the distance.
Bocas de Ceniza
The dramatic meeting point where the muddy waters of the Magdalena River collide with the blue Caribbean Sea.
The right side is highly recommended for spotting the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, which is most visible on clear morning flights. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing to capture the intricate patterns of the Ciénaga Grande wetlands and the mouth of the Magdalena River.
Antioquian Highlands
Immediate views of the rugged, lush green terrain surrounding the Rionegro plateau after takeoff.
Cauca River Valley
Distal views of the deep valley carved by the Cauca River between the Central and Western Cordilleras.
Bolívar Savannahs
The transition from mountainous terrain to the vast, flat tropical plains of the northern departments.
Soledad Urban Area
A close-up view of the dense urban sprawl of the Barranquilla metropolitan area during the final descent.
Pumarejo Bridge
Spot the architectural landmark crossing the Magdalena River just before touching down at BAQ.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. This side provides a great perspective of the transition from the Andes to the Caribbean plains. On final approach, look for the industrial zones and the scale of the metropolitan expansion of Barranquilla.
Distance: 530 km (329 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: MDE (6.164540000000001, -75.4231)
Arrival: BAQ (10.8896, -74.7808)
Route Type: Domestic
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