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STD → CCS
Which side of the plane to sit from Mayor Buenaventura Vivas International Airport (Santo Domingo) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic peaks of the Venezuelan Andes, including the Sierra Nevada de Mérida, and a beautiful approach along the Caribbean coastline.
Sierra Nevada de Mérida
Unrivaled views of the highest peaks in Venezuela, including Pico Bolívar and Pico Humboldt, often dusted with snow or shrouded in mist.
Lake Maracaibo
On clear days, the massive expanse of the largest lake in South America is visible on the far northern horizon.
Henri Pittier National Park
Fly over the oldest national park in Venezuela, showcasing dense cloud forests and steep slopes dropping into the sea.
Caribbean Seaboard
As the plane descends towards Maiquetía, the contrast between the deep blue sea and the sharp coastal mountains is breathtaking.
Book a morning flight to avoid the afternoon cloud buildup over the Andes. Sit forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the high-altitude glacial peaks. Look for the 'Relámpago del Catatumbo' light flashes in the distance if flying during twilight.
The Llanos
Vast, flat tropical grasslands stretching toward the Orinoco basin, offering a sense of immense scale and open horizons.
Lake Valencia
A distinct view of the endorheic lake situated between the central mountain ranges near the city of Maracay.
Central Urban Belt
Aerial views of the sprawling industrial and residential areas of Valencia and Maracay nestled in the fertile valleys.
Cordillera de la Costa
The southern slopes of the coastal range provide a rugged landscape of rolling hills and deep green valleys.
The right side is excellent for observing the urban transition from rural plains to industrial centers. During the wet season (May-November), the Llanos turn into a lush green carpet with visible winding river systems.
Distance: 649 km (403 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: STD (7.56538, -72.035103)
Arrival: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Route Type: Domestic
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