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AGU → MEX
Which side of the plane to sit from Jesús Terán Paredo International Airport (Aguascalientes) to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for the approach into Mexico City, offering iconic views of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes, which are the highlights of the flight.
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High Plateau Landscape
Expansive views of the semi-arid Bajío region and its unique agricultural patterns shortly after departing Aguascalientes.
Peña de Bernal
On a clear day, the world's third-tallest monolith is visible in the distance as the plane passes over the state of Querétaro.
Iztaccíhuatl Volcano
Known as 'The Sleeping Woman', this massive snow-capped peak dominates the horizon during the final descent into the valley.
Popocatépetl
The active volcano is often seen puffing smoke or steam next to its companion, providing a dramatic backdrop to the descent.
Lake Texcoco Basin
Aerial view of the northern suburbs and the flat, salt-crusted remains of the ancient lake bed surrounding the airport.
Book a morning flight (before 10:00 AM) for the best chance of clear skies over the volcanoes. By afternoon, smog or clouds often obscure the mountain views. Look out the window about 15 minutes before landing to spot the peaks of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt.
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León and Silao
Views of the industrial heart of Guanajuato and the sprawling urban area of León shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Sierra de Guadalupe
Rugged hills and mountains that frame the northern edge of the Valley of Mexico as the plane enters the terminal area.
CDMX Skyscrapers
A breathtaking view of the Paseo de la Reforma skyline, including the Torre Latinoamericana and Chapultepec Uno tower.
Chapultepec Park
The massive green lung of the city and its historic castle are clearly visible when the flight approaches from the west.
Estadio Azteca
If the plane performs a southern approach pattern, this legendary massive soccer stadium can be spotted on the right.
The right side offers the most impressive 'concrete jungle' views of Mexico City's immense scale. If flying at night, the right side provides a mesmerizing view of the endless grid of city lights stretching toward the horizon. Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the urban sprawl.
Book Hotels in Mexico CityDistance: 422 km (262 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: AGU (21.705601, -102.318001)
Arrival: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Route Type: Domestic
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