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TJA β CBB
Which side of the plane to sit from Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (Tarija) to Jorge Wilsterman International Airport (Cochabamba)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides more consistent views of the high Andean ridges and the dramatic Cordillera de Sama biological reserve immediately after takeoff.
Cordillera de Sama
Dramatic view of the high-altitude biological reserve and its jagged peaks shortly after departing Tarija.
PotosΓ Massif
Distant views of the high-altitude mountains of the Altiplano and the eastern Cordillera range.
Rio Caine Canyon
Deep geological incisions and twisted rock layers visible as the flight crosses into the central valleys.
Highland Terraces
Intricate patterns of high-altitude agricultural plots carved into the steep slopes of the Andean valleys.
Tunari National Park
The massive mountain wall that forms the northern boundary of the Cochabamba valley, visible during the approach.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to get the best golden-hour lighting on the mountain peaks. As the plane heads North, the left side looks West toward the highest peaks of the central Andes. Watch for the sudden transition from the arid Tarija landscape to the more humid, verdant peaks near Cochabamba.
Tarija Vineyards
Aerial perspective of the high-altitude wine country and agricultural estates surrounding Tarija.
Pilcomayo Basin
The winding river systems and silver-threaded streams that flow toward the eastern Chaco lowlands.
Chuquisaca Valleys
The rolling hills and rugged topography of the region between Tarija and Sucre visible to the East.
Angostura Dam
A large, distinct reservoir located south of Cochabamba that serves as a primary landmark for landing.
Cochabamba Valley Floor
The sprawling urban area of the city and its surrounding garden-like agricultural zones during final descent.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. It offers a superior view of the Angostura reservoir, which is a key waypoint during the descent into Jorge Wilsterman International Airport. Look for the white-roofed colonial architecture of small valley towns in the Chuquisaca region mid-flight.
Distance: 485 km (301 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: TJA (-21.5557003021, -64.7013015747)
Arrival: CBB (-17.421100616455078, -66.17710113525389)
Route Type: Domestic
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