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AGU → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Jesús Terán Paredo International Airport (Aguascalientes) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Sierra Madre Occidental peaks, the dramatic transition of the Sonoran Desert, and a stunning aerial perspective of the San Bernardino Mountains and Downtown Los Angeles during the standard approach.
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Zacatecas Highlands
Enjoy the high-altitude plateau scenery of north-central Mexico immediately following departure from Aguascalientes.
Sonoran Desert
Fly over the vast, sun-drenched landscapes and unique geological formations of the borderlands.
Colorado River
Cross the winding blue ribbon of the Colorado River near the Arizona-California border.
San Bernardino Mountains
Pass closely by the snow-capped peaks of Mount San Gorgonio and the surrounding national forest.
Downtown Los Angeles
Get a clear view of the Wilshire Grand and the iconic DTLA skyline just minutes before touchdown.
Hollywood Sign
On clear days during a standard northerly approach, the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory are visible in the distance.
For the most spectacular experience, book a morning flight to see the sun illuminate the Sierra Madre. Be sure to keep your window shade open during the last 20 minutes of the flight, as the descent over the San Bernardino Valley and the Inland Empire offers some of the most iconic urban-mountain contrast views in aviation.
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Sierra Madre Occidental
View the southwestern slopes and deep canyons of this massive mountain range shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of California
Glance at the shimmering blue waters of the Sea of Cortez and the coastline of Sonora in the distance.
Imperial Valley
Observe the stark contrast of lush green agricultural grids against the surrounding arid California desert.
Port of Los Angeles
During the final descent, catch a glimpse of the massive cargo ships and cranes at the Long Beach and San Pedro harbors.
Orange County Coastline
See the sprawling beaches of Huntington and Newport as the plane turns for its final approach into LAX.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft, improving visibility of the Mexican coastline. It is also the best side for spotting the massive logistics hubs and ports of Southern California during the low-altitude arrival phase.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,082 km (1,294 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 47 min
Departure: AGU (21.705601, -102.318001)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: International
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