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MIA → MDE
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Jose Maria Córdova International Airport (Rio Negro)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior departure view of the Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay, followed by a stunning perspective of the high Andean peaks during the approach into the Rionegro plateau.
Miami Skyline
Uninterrupted views of Downtown Miami, Brickell, and the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay shortly after takeoff.
Cuban Archipelago
Aerial views of the Archipiélago de los Canarreos and the southern coastline of Cuba depending on the air corridor.
Caribbean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Caribbean Sea, often dotted with cargo ships heading toward the Panama Canal.
Central Cordillera
Dramatic views of the towering Central Andes mountain range as the plane maneuvers for landing at MDE.
For morning flights, the left side avoids the harshest direct sunlight. During the final 20 minutes of flight, the left side provides the most dramatic views of the high-altitude terrain surrounding the airport. Ensure your window is clean for the Miami departure photography.
Florida Everglades
View the vast, intricate network of wetlands and 'River of Grass' in South Florida during departure.
Darien Gap
The dense, impenetrable jungle spanning the border of Panama and Colombia, one of the most remote places on Earth.
Cauca River Valley
The lush, green landscape of the Antioquia region and the winding Cauca River as you descend into Colombia.
Western Cordillera
Views of the Western range of the Andes as the aircraft begins its southern approach into the valley.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf of Uraba. Keep an eye out for the transition from the Caribbean Sea to the dense tropical canopy of the Choco region as you cross the South American coastline.
Distance: 2,243 km (1,394 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 59 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: MDE (6.164540000000001, -75.4231)
Route Type: International
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