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CEN → TIJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Ciudad Obregón International Airport (Ciudad Obregon) to General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning continuous panorama of the Gulf of California and the rugged coastline of the Baja Peninsula, providing a dramatic contrast between deep blue waters and arid mountains.
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Gulf of California
Vibrant turquoise and deep blue waters of the Sea of Cortez shortly after takeoff.
Tiburón Island
The rugged, uninhabited expanse of Mexico's largest island located just off the Sonoran coast.
Sierra de San Pedro Mártir
The highest mountain range in Baja California, featuring jagged peaks and pine forests.
Bahía de los Ángeles
A remote and beautiful bay known for its crystalline waters and numerous small islets.
Pacific Approach
Views of the coastline near Rosarito as the aircraft banks for its final approach into Tijuana.
For the best photography, opt for a morning flight to avoid the harsh afternoon sun reflecting directly off the Gulf. The contrast between the desert and the sea is most vivid when the sun is in the east. Keep an eye out for whale watching spots in the water during winter months.
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Sonoran Desert
Expansive views of the vast desert floor with unique geological formations and dry riverbeds.
El Pinacate
The iconic volcanic craters and dark lava flows of the Gran Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve.
Mexicali Valley
The checkerboard pattern of lush green agricultural fields contrasting sharply with the surrounding desert.
US-Mexico Border
The visible line of the international border fence stretching across the mountains and desert floor.
La Rumorosa
A high-altitude mountain pass famous for its massive granite boulders and wind-sculpted terrain.
Sit on this side if you are a geology enthusiast; the volcanic craters of El Pinacate are a world-class sight from 30,000 feet. In the late afternoon, the shadows on the Rumorosa mountains create a spectacular texture on the landscape.
Book Hotels in TijuanaDistance: 894 km (556 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: CEN (27.39259910583496, -109.83300018310548)
Arrival: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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