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VLN → BLA
Which side of the plane to sit from Arturo Michelena International Airport (Valencia) to General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport (Barcelona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panorama of the Caribbean coastline and the dramatic convergence of the Henri Pittier National Park mountains with the sea.
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Puerto Cabello Coastline
Aerial view of the historic port city and the Carabobo coastline immediately after departure.
Henri Pittier National Park
Dramatic views of the steep, cloud-forested mountain range that drops directly into the turquoise Caribbean waters.
Choroní and Cuyagua
The famous hidden beaches of Aragua state, visible as isolated crescents of white sand surrounded by dense jungle.
Cabo Codera
The prominent cape near Higuerote where the coastline shifts direction, marking the transition to the Barlovento region.
Mochima Islands
As you descend into Barcelona, the islets and coral reefs of Mochima National Park appear to the northeast.
Sit on the left for the best coastal views. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating the green mountains and blue sea perfectly. During the descent into BLA, look for the contrast between the dry vegetation of Anzoategui and the deep blue of the ocean.
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Lake Valencia
A massive endorheic lake visible shortly after takeoff, surrounded by the industrial landscape of Valencia and Maracay.
Aragua Valleys
The densely populated central valleys including the urban sprawl of Maracay nestled between mountain ranges.
Interior Range
Rugged, dryer mountain ridges of the Serranía del Interior that characterize the landscape of central Venezuela.
Anzoategui Plains
The landscape transitions into the vast, flat, and often arid plains typical of the eastern Venezuelan states.
The right side is excellent for seeing the sheer scale of Lake Valencia right after takeoff. However, be aware that afternoon flights on this side will face the southern sun, which can create significant glare against the window. Watch for the change in terrain from lush mountains to the golden-brown tones of the eastern plains.
Book Hotels in BarcelonaDistance: 354 km (220 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: VLN (10.14973258972168, -67.92839813232422)
Arrival: BLA (10.111111, -64.692222)
Route Type: Domestic
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