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CJS → CUU
Which side of the plane to sit from Abraham González International Airport (Ciudad Juarez) to General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (Chihuahua)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the world-famous Médanos de Samalayuca sand dunes shortly after takeoff and the rugged Sierra de Majalca foothills during the descent.
Médanos de Samalayuca
Massive, rolling quartz sand dunes that resemble a golden ocean, visible within the first 10-15 minutes of flight.
Sierra de la Candelaria
Dramatic, jagged rock formations that provide a stark contrast to the surrounding sandy plains.
Cumbres de Majalca
As you approach Chihuahua City, look for the unique pine forests and volcanic rock pillars of this national park.
Chihuahua Industrial Zone
Detailed views of the modern manufacturing hubs and logistic parks on the western outskirts of the state capital.
The Samalayuca dunes are the absolute highlight of this short route; sit on the right and have your camera ready immediately after the landing gear retracts. For afternoon flights, the low sun angle creates dramatic shadows on the dune ridges, making them appear even more three-dimensional.
Juárez Border Scrawl
A final look at the dense urban grid of Ciudad Juárez and its proximity to the U.S. border as you climb.
Chihuahuan Basin
Vast stretches of the high-altitude desert floor characterized by creosote bushes and mesquite.
Sierra de Guadalupe
A prominent mountain range located to the east of the flight path during the initial phase of the trip.
Salt Flats
Glimpses of white alkali flats and ephemeral lake beds that shimmer under the desert sun.
Sit on this side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and enjoy the clear visibility of the eastern desert horizon. Keep an eye out for the distinct shadows cast by the isolated 'island' mountain ranges (sky islands) rising from the flat basins.
Distance: 329 km (204 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: CJS (31.63610076904297, -106.4290008544922)
Arrival: CUU (28.702899932900003, -105.964996338)
Route Type: Domestic
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