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UIB → EOH
Which side of the plane to sit from El Caraño Airport (Quibdo) to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (Medellin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the dense Chocó rainforest to the jagged peaks of the Western Cordillera, specifically the Farallones del Citará, followed by an iconic urban approach into the Aburrá Valley.
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Farallones del Citará
Witness the spectacular vertical rock walls and jagged peaks of this massive mountain formation near the town of Ciudad Bolívar.
Coffee Axis Border
Observe the transition from wild jungle to the organized agricultural ridges of the Antioquian coffee-growing mountains.
Medellín Skyline
An unparalleled view of the El Poblado district's brick skyscrapers nestled against the green valley walls during the descent.
Cerro Nutibara
Look for the small hill in the center of the valley housing 'Pueblito Paisa' just moments before touching down at Olaya Herrera.
The right side is prime for mountain photography. As you approach EOH, the plane often flies parallel to the valley walls; keep your camera ready for the sudden appearance of the city as you clear the final mountain ridge. Use a fast shutter speed to capture the Farallones through potential haze.
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Atrato River Meanders
Watch the massive Atrato River twist through the jungle floor like a giant silver serpent immediately after takeoff.
Virgin Chocó Rainforest
Uninterrupted views of one of the world's most biodiverse and densest tropical canopies stretching toward the Pacific horizon.
Serranía del Baudó
On very clear days, look west to see the low-lying coastal mountain range that separates the jungle from the ocean.
Bello and Northern Medellín
As the plane enters the Aburrá Valley, view the northern residential suburbs and industrial zones of the metropolitan area.
Early morning flights (before 9:00 AM) are essential to avoid the heavy cloud cover typical of Quibdó. Sit on the left for a better view of the river systems in the Chocó department and the northern entrance to the valley if the wind dictates a northern landing approach.
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Get eSIMs for ColombiaDistance: 130 km (81 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 min
Departure: UIB (5.69076, -76.6412)
Arrival: EOH (6.220549, -75.590582)
Route Type: Domestic
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