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CJS → MEX
Which side of the plane to sit from Abraham González International Airport (Ciudad Juarez) to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more consistent panoramic experience, featuring the rugged Sierra Madre Occidental and the best vantage point for the urban density and skyline of Mexico City upon arrival.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Continuous views of high-altitude mountain ridges and deep canyons throughout the central portion of the flight.
City of Chihuahua
The state capital's grid and historic center are often visible on the right side shortly after departure.
The Bajío Region
Productive agricultural valleys and the sprawling industrial corridors of León and Querétaro.
Nevado de Toluca
The massive extinct volcano, the fourth highest peak in Mexico, is a landmark feature during the approach.
Mexico City Skyline
Stunning views of the Paseo de la Reforma skyscrapers and the massive urban sprawl during the standard landing pattern.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. It is particularly superior for landing at MEX, as the standard approach route often circles the city, providing a magnificent view of the urban landscape and the Nevado de Toluca volcano to the west.
Chihuahuan Desert
Vast stretches of arid landscape and unique desert basins visible shortly after takeoff from Juarez.
Torreón & Gómez Palacio
The industrial landscape of the Comarca Lagunera region is often visible mid-flight.
Sierra Madre Oriental
The jagged eastern mountain range provides a dramatic horizon backdrop during the cruise phase.
Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
The iconic snow-capped twin volcanoes can be seen in the distance during the final descent into the Valley of Mexico.
Choose the left side for morning flights to watch the sunrise over the desert. On the approach to MEX, keep your eyes peeled for the volcanoes to the southeast; they are most visible during clear winter months or after summer rain has cleared the smog.
Distance: 1,543 km (959 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: CJS (31.63610076904297, -106.4290008544922)
Arrival: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Route Type: Domestic
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