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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic entry into the Aburrá Valley, providing a sweeping view of Medellin's eastern high-rises and the majestic Central Cordillera as the aircraft descends steeply into the city center.

Left Side Highlights
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Sinú River Meanders

Watch the wide, silver curves of the Sinú River as it snakes through the fertile green plains of Córdoba shortly after takeoff.

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Central Cordillera Peaks

Expansive views of the massive Andean range rising to the east, often topped with white clouds or mist in the early morning.

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Aburrá Valley Approach

A breathtaking entrance into the narrow valley where Medellin is nestled, flying remarkably close to the mountain ridges.

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El Poblado Skyline

The distinctive red-brick skyscrapers and lush greenery of Medellin's most famous district are clearly visible during the final descent.

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Metrocable Lines

Spot the gondolas and transit lines climbing the steep eastern slopes of the city as the plane levels out for landing.

Early morning flights (6:00 AM - 8:00 AM) are ideal for the left side to see the sun rising over the Central Cordillera without glare. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before landing, as the approach into EOH is one of the most scenic urban descents in South America.

Right Side Highlights
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Paramillo National Park

The rugged, deep-green wilderness of one of Colombia's most biodiverse and remote mountainous regions.

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Cauca River Basin

Views of the deep canyons and fertile basins carved by the Cauca River as it flows north between the mountain ranges.

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Western Cordillera

The sharp, jagged ridges of the westernmost branch of the Colombian Andes defining the horizon.

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Western Medellin Slopes

A close-up view of the dense urban fabric and colorful rooftops of the San Javier and Belén neighborhoods during approach.

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Atanasio Girardot Stadium

A bird's-eye view of Medellin's primary sports complex and the surrounding Olympic village just seconds before touchdown.

The right side is perfect for afternoon flights (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM) to catch the warm 'golden hour' light hitting the western mountains. It offers a grittier, more intimate view of the city's residential density and the unique geography of the western valley walls.

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Route Information

Distance: 291 km (181 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 29 min

Departure: MTR (8.823739999999999, -75.8258)

Arrival: EOH (6.220549, -75.590582)

Route Type: Domestic

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