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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range and the dramatic transition into the agave-filled highlands of Jalisco.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Sierra Madre Occidental

Dramatic views of the rugged mountain peaks and deep ravines that dominate the interior of Northwest Mexico.

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Yaqui Valley

The rich agricultural patchworks of the Sonora region immediately after departure from Ciudad Obregon.

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Culiacán Foothills

Aerial perspective of the Sinaloan capital nestled where the coastal plains meet the mountain base.

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Volcán de Tequila

The iconic extinct volcano that signals the entry into the Jalisco highlands, surrounded by blue agave fields.

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Barranca de Huentitán

A massive canyon on the outskirts of Guadalajara visible during the final descent into GDL airport.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side provides the most consistent views of the Sierra Madre range. As you descend, look for the distinct blue-green hues of the agave plantations that produce the world's tequila.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Gulf of California

Brief but beautiful glimpses of the deep blue waters of the Sea of Cortez shortly after takeoff.

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Topolobampo Bay

Stunning coastal lagoons and mangrove systems located near Los Mochis as the plane heads south.

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Mazatlán Coastline

Views of the 'Pearl of the Pacific' including its famous lighthouse, El Faro, and the long stretch of golden beaches.

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Marismas Nacionales

A vast network of lagoons and wetlands in Nayarit, which is one of the most important bird habitats in Mexico.

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Santiago River

The winding path of one of Mexico's longest rivers as it carves through the landscape toward the Pacific.

The right side is the best choice for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. Keep an eye out for the shimmering coastal lagoons of Sinaloa and Nayarit, which are particularly beautiful during high tide.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,011 km (628 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min

Departure: CEN (27.39259910583496, -109.83300018310548)

Arrival: GDL (20.521799087524418, -103.31099700927734)

Route Type: Domestic

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