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TJA → VVI
Which side of the plane to sit from Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (Tarija) to Viru Viru International Airport (Santa Cruz)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side provides a spectacular view of the rugged transition between the high Andes and the tropical lowlands, offering deep mountain valleys and the dense green fringes of the Amboró region.
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Cordillera de Sama
Dramatic views of the rugged mountain range protecting the Tarija basin immediately after takeoff.
Sub-Andean Gorges
Deep, V-shaped valleys and sharp ridges characteristic of the Chuquisaca and Tarija departments.
Amboró Buffer Zone
The lush, verdant transition where the mountains meet the Amazonian basin as the plane nears Santa Cruz.
Cloud Forests
Frequent sightings of mist-covered peaks in the Yungas-style terrain during the mid-flight phase.
Book a window seat in the front or rear of the aircraft to avoid the wing. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfectly illuminated mountain scenery. Look for the sharp contrast in vegetation as the altitude drops.
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Pilcomayo River
The massive, meandering river carving through the landscape toward the southeast.
The Gran Chaco
Expansive views of the vast, flat, semi-arid scrublands extending toward the Paraguayan border.
Santa Cruz Cityscape
A great view of the unique 'rings' (anillos) urban layout of Santa Cruz de la Sierra during the approach.
Lomas de Arena
The distinctive golden sand dunes located just south of the city, visible during the final descent phase.
Great for seeing the sheer scale of the South American plains. Afternoon flights offer warm, golden-hour lighting over the Chaco. Watch the urban expansion of Santa Cruz as the plane aligns with the runway at Viru Viru.
Book Hotels in Santa CruzDistance: 465 km (289 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: TJA (-21.5557003021, -64.7013015747)
Arrival: VVI (-17.6448, -63.135399)
Route Type: Domestic
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