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PMV → VIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Del Caribe Santiago Mariño International Airport (Porlamar) to Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (El Vigía)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular panorama of the Sierra Nevada de Mérida, including Venezuela's highest peaks, and offers the best views of the transition from the Caribbean coast to the Andes.
Isla Margarita Coastline
Excellent views of El Yaque beach and the southern coast of the island during initial climb.
Puerto La Cruz
Aerial view of the major port city and the Mochima National Park islands as you enter the mainland.
The Venezuelan Llanos
Vast expanses of the central plains with winding rivers and tropical grasslands.
Sierra Nevada de Mérida
Unrivaled views of the snow-capped Pico Bolívar and Pico Humboldt as the plane aligns for the approach.
Chama River Valley
Dramatic views of the steep valley and the city of Mérida nestled between high mountain ranges.
Book a morning flight to ensure clear views of the Andes peaks before afternoon clouds roll in. Sit behind the wing to capture the contrast between the turquoise Caribbean and the rugged mountain terrain. Keep an eye out for Pico Bolívar, the highest point in Venezuela, shortly before starting the descent.
Isla de Coche
Clear views of the smaller sister island and its salt flats during the departure phase.
Caribbean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Caribbean Sea during the transition to the mainland.
Cordillera de la Costa
The northern mountain range that separates the sea from the interior of the country.
Lake Maracaibo
The massive expanse of South America's largest lake is visible to the northwest during the final approach.
Sur del Lago
The lush, fertile agricultural zones of Zulia state characterized by palm plantations and cattle ranches.
The right side is ideal for seeing the vastness of Lake Maracaibo during the final descent into El Vigía. During rainy season (May-November), this side offers impressive views of towering cumulonimbus clouds common in the Maracaibo basin. Afternoon flights may experience glare, so polarized sunglasses are recommended.
Distance: 882 km (548 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: PMV (10.912603378295898, -63.96659851074219)
Arrival: VIG (8.624139, -71.672668)
Route Type: Domestic
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