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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range as you descend into Mexico and provides a great angle of the Atlanta skyline shortly after departure.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Atlanta Skyline

Clear views of Downtown and Midtown skyscrapers when departing to the west or south from ATL.

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Mississippi River

The massive, winding waterways of the Mississippi Delta region near the Louisiana/Mississippi border.

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Sierra Madre Oriental

Dramatic limestone ridges and jagged peaks as the flight enters Mexican airspace toward Guanajuato.

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High Desert Plateaus

The stark transition from coastal plains to the rugged, arid elevations of central Mexico.

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Guanajuato City

The colorful, densely packed hillsides of the historic capital can often be seen during the final descent.

Book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Sierra Madre mountains in the golden hour. During the final 20 minutes of flight, keep your eyes peeled for the sharp ridge lines that define the Bajío region.

Right Side Highlights
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ATL Hub View

An expansive view of the world's busiest airport layout during the initial climb.

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Rio Grande Border

The distinct geographical divide between the United States and Mexico near Laredo or McAllen.

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Central Plateau

Volcanic landscapes and high-altitude plains characteristic of the Mexican interior.

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Cristo Rey Statue

The massive bronze statue atop Cerro del Cubilete is often visible on the right during the final approach to BJX.

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Western Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the sunset across the high-altitude Mexican horizon on evening flights.

The right side is ideal for sunset viewing on late-day flights. When approaching Leon, the Cerro del Cubilete (a major pilgrimage site) is a key landmark to spot. Keep your window shade down during mid-flight to avoid the intense southern sun glare.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,189 km (1,360 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min

Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)

Arrival: BJX (20.9935, -101.481003)

Route Type: International

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