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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the dramatic ridge lines of the Eastern Cordillera during the descent into Bogota.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Saona Island

Shortly after takeoff from PUJ, look down to see the white sands and turquoise waters of this protected nature reserve.

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Caribbean Horizon

Expansive views of the deep blue Caribbean Sea as the flight heads south towards South America.

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Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta

The world's highest coastal mountain range, featuring snow-capped peaks visible from the tropical coastline.

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Eastern Cordillera

Dramatic views of the rugged Andean mountain folds as the aircraft climbs over the Colombian mainland.

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Sabana de Bogota

The high-altitude plateau reveals a patchwork of greenhouses and urban sprawl during the final approach.

Morning flights are ideal for the left side to keep the sun behind the aircraft while viewing the Sierra Nevada. Keep your camera ready about 60-70 minutes into the flight for the best mountain views. Cloud cover is common over the Andes, so early morning departures offer the clearest visibility.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Beata Island

The southernmost point of Hispaniola, appearing as a small speck in the vast Caribbean waters.

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Magdalena River

The artery of Colombia, visible as a massive winding brown ribbon snaking through the tropical valley.

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Central Cordillera

Distant views of the volcanic peaks of the central Andean range across the Magdalena valley.

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Zipaquira Region

View the rural outskirts and salt-mining regions north of the capital during the landing sequence.

The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Magdalena Valley. Watch for the distinct change in vegetation from tropical lowlands to high-altitude paramo ecosystems as the plane nears Bogota.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,665 km (1,035 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min

Departure: PUJ (18.567399978599997, -68.36340332030001)

Arrival: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)

Route Type: International

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