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VLN → CUR
Which side of the plane to sit from Arturo Michelena International Airport (Valencia) to Hato International Airport (Willemstad)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic mountain-to-sea transition of the Venezuelan coast and the iconic approach over Curaçao's southern shoreline and colorful capital.
Henri Pittier National Park
Dense, high-altitude cloud forests covering the steep peaks of the coastal mountain range.
Ocumare de la Costa
Picturesque tropical bays where the lush green mountains drop directly into the turquoise sea.
Klein Curaçao
A small, uninhabited desert island with a lonely lighthouse visible shortly before reaching the main island.
Willemstad Waterfront
The famous pastel-colored Dutch colonial buildings of Handelskade visible during the final descent.
Spanish Water
A large, scenic lagoon and popular boating area on the southeastern side of Curaçao.
Sit on the right for the most iconic views of the Willemstad harbor. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, perfectly illuminating the vibrant Caribbean water and the green Venezuelan peaks.
Valencia Metro Area
Clear views of Venezuela's industrial hub and the surrounding valley immediately after takeoff.
Lake Valencia
A massive tectonic lake situated between the northern and southern mountain ranges of the central region.
Coastal Ridge
The western edge of the Cordillera de la Costa as the aircraft heads out over the Caribbean waters.
Gulf of Coro
Distant views of the Falcón state coastline and the vast expanse of the western Caribbean Sea.
Morning flights are best to avoid the haze often found over Lake Valencia. Sit forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Venezuelan mainland as it recedes.
Distance: 253 km (157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: VLN (10.14973258972168, -67.92839813232422)
Arrival: CUR (12.1889, -68.959801)
Route Type: International
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