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VUP → BOG
Which side of the plane to sit from Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport (Valledupar) to El Dorado International Airport (Bogota)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Eastern Cordillera and the stunning Serranía del Perijá, along with the iconic eastern hills of Bogotá during the final descent.
Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
Visible during takeoff, these are the highest coastal mountains in the world, often showing snow-capped peaks on clear mornings.
Serranía del Perijá
Follow the rugged ridgeline that defines the border between Colombia and Venezuela, featuring dense cloud forests and deep valleys.
Boyacá Plateaus
Observe the high-altitude agricultural patchwork and small colonial towns dotting the Andean basins of the Boyacá department.
Monserrate & Guadalupe
During the final approach into BOG, you get a direct view of the iconic sanctuaries perched on the hills overlooking the city.
Sit on the left for morning flights (usually departures between 6 AM and 10 AM) to catch the sunlight illuminating the peaks of the Sierra Nevada and the Perijá range. As you approach Bogotá, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the green eastern hills and the dense urban sprawl of the city.
Magdalena River
Track the meandering curves of Colombia's longest river as it flows through the fertile Middle Magdalena Valley.
Barrancabermeja Region
Look for the industrial landscapes and oil infrastructure surrounding the river, indicating the country's energy heartland.
Central Cordillera Horizon
On exceptionally clear days, you can spot the distant, massive peaks of the Central Andes across the valley floor.
Bogotá Savanna
Watch the flat, fertile plains of the Sabana de Bogotá reveal greenhouses and flower farms during the descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to enjoy spectacular sunsets over the distant Central Cordillera. It also provides a better view of the 'Sabana' landscapes and the industrial growth of the northern outskirts of Bogotá as the plane maneuvers for landing.
Distance: 645 km (401 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: VUP (10.435, -73.2495)
Arrival: BOG (4.70159, -74.1469)
Route Type: Domestic
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