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SAL → CLO
Which side of the plane to sit from Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (San Salvador) to Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (Cali)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of volcanic landscapes, large freshwater lakes, and the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal approach.
Salvadoran Volcanoes
See the prominent peaks of San Vicente and the surrounding volcanic terrain shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Fonseca
Observe the unique geography where El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua meet in a shared bay.
Lake Nicaragua
Marvel at the vastness of Central America's largest lake and the volcanic islands within it.
Panama Canal Entrance
View the southern mouth of the canal and the dense maritime traffic waiting to transit.
Colombian Central Andes
High-altitude views of the majestic peaks as the aircraft crosses into South America.
Opt for the left side to capture the dramatic volcanic chain of Nicaragua and the iconic Panama Canal approach. Sit behind the wing for unobstructed photos. Morning flights provide the best lighting and clearest views of the Andes before cloud cover builds up in the afternoon. Watch for the twin peaks of Ometepe Island while passing over Nicaragua.
Pacific Coastline
Stunning views of the remote beaches and cliffs along the Costa Rican and Panamanian coast.
Gulf of Panama
Look out for the Pearl Islands archipelago dotting the blue waters of the Pacific.
Chocó Rainforest
Fly over one of the most biodiverse and densest tropical forests on the planet.
Western Cordillera
Experience a close-up view of the rugged mountain ridges during the descent into Cali.
Cali Cityscape
A wide view of the Salsa Capital and the surrounding Cauca River Valley upon arrival.
The right side is perfect for sunset flights, offering golden hour views over the Pacific Ocean. During the approach to Cali, this side provides an intimate look at the Western Andes mountain range and the lush greenery of the Cauca Valley. Keep an eye out for the remote Chocó coastline which is often shrouded in mysterious mist.
Distance: 1,774 km (1,102 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: SAL (13.4409, -89.055702)
Arrival: CLO (3.54322, -76.3816)
Route Type: International
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