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UIO → BOG
Which side of the plane to sit from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (Quito) to El Dorado International Airport (Bogota)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the 'Avenue of the Volcanoes' in northern Ecuador and the dramatic glaciated peaks of the Colombian Massif.
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Cayambe Volcano
The massive snow-capped peak that is the only point on the Equator with permanent snow cover.
Nevado del Huila
Colombia's highest volcano, featuring a significant ice cap that towers over the Central Cordillera.
Puracé Volcano
One of Colombia's most active volcanoes, located near Popayán, often venting visible sulfurous steam.
Magdalena River Valley
The deep, lush valley between the Central and Eastern cordilleras as the flight nears Bogota.
Monserrate and Guadalupe
The iconic mountains with a white church and statue that guard the eastern edge of Bogota during descent.
This is the premier side for peak-baggers. For the best visibility of the volcanoes, take a flight before 10:00 AM, as clouds typically build up over the peaks by midday. Ensure your seat is forward or aft of the wing to avoid blocking the view of the vertical drop into the valleys.
Book Hotels in BogotaPichincha Complex
The active volcano system that looms over Quito, often visible immediately after takeoff from UIO.
Northern Quito Suburbs
Aerial view of the sprawling residential areas and the rugged canyon landscape surrounding the airport.
Western Cordillera
The continuous mountain ridge that marks the boundary between the highlands and the Pacific lowlands.
Chocó Rainforest Fringe
Dense, cloud-shrouded greenery visible as the mountains slope down toward the Colombian Pacific coast.
Choose this side if you want a better view of the Quito urban area upon departure. In the afternoon, this side receives direct sun, which can make photography difficult due to glare on the windows.
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Get eSIMs for ColombiaDistance: 712 km (442 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: UIO (-0.129166666667, -78.3575)
Arrival: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Route Type: International
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