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PMV → STD
Which side of the plane to sit from Del Caribe Santiago Mariño International Airport (Porlamar) to Mayor Buenaventura Vivas International Airport (Santo Domingo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the turquoise Caribbean Sea to the towering, snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada de Mérida as you approach the destination.
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Caribbean Horizon
Expansive views of the open sea with potential sightings of the remote Isla La Tortuga to the far northwest.
Cordillera de la Costa
The central coastal range of Venezuela, often draped in white orographic clouds that spill over the green peaks.
Sierra Nevada de Mérida
As you head southwest, the highest peaks of the Venezuelan Andes, including Pico Bolívar, rise majestically in the distance.
Cloud Forests of Táchira
Lush, misty mountainsides that signal the final approach into the high-altitude terrain surrounding Santo Domingo.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic mountain photography. Aim for a window seat ahead of the wing to capture the scale of the Andes. Morning flights provide the clearest views before the typical afternoon cloud buildup over the high mountain peaks, which often obscures the Sierra Nevada.
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Cubagua and Coche Islands
Visible immediately after takeoff, these arid islands offer stunning contrasts of desert terrain against clear blue water.
Araya Peninsula
A rugged strip of land known for its historic salt pans and ochre-colored soil along the mainland coast.
The Venezuelan Llanos
Vast, sweeping plains that feature intricate meandering river systems like the Apure and Portuguesa.
Uribante-Caparo Reservoir
A massive hydroelectric dam surrounded by dense tropical forest, visible during the descent into Táchira.
Early morning flights are best for the left side to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Look closely at the Llanos for the geometric patterns of cattle ranches and seasonal floodplains. During the wet season (May-November), the rivers are significantly more vibrant and defined.
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Get eSIMs for VenezuelaDistance: 960 km (597 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: PMV (10.912603378295898, -63.96659851074219)
Arrival: STD (7.56538, -72.035103)
Route Type: Domestic
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