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CJS → TIJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Abraham González International Airport (Ciudad Juarez) to General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the rugged Sierra Madre Occidental, the unique volcanic craters of El Pinacate, and the dramatic turquoise waters where the Colorado River meets the Sea of Cortez.
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Chihuahuan Desert
Expansive views of the high-altitude desert plains immediately after departing Ciudad Juarez.
Sierra Madre Occidental
The northern reaches of Mexico's most iconic mountain range featuring jagged peaks and deep canyons.
El Pinacate Biosphere
A stunning volcanic landscape featuring massive craters and dark basaltic lava flows in the Sonoran Desert.
Upper Gulf of California
Glittering views of the northernmost tip of the Sea of Cortez as the plane approaches Baja California.
Colorado River Delta
Intricate, vein-like patterns of the river delta and wetlands near the Cerro Prieto geothermal field.
Sit on the left for the best sunlight during morning flights, as the sun will be behind the plane or to the right. This side is essential for seeing the dramatic contrast of the sea meeting the desert. Keep an eye out for the Gran Desierto de Altar's massive sand dunes about 45 minutes into the flight.
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Juarez-El Paso Metro
A unique aerial perspective of the binational metropolitan area and the winding Rio Grande.
International Border
The striking visual line of the US-Mexico border fence stretching across the desert landscape.
Arizona Sky Islands
Distant views of the Chiricahua and Huachuca Mountains rising sharply from the desert floor to the north.
Imperial Valley
The lush green geometric patterns of agricultural fields providing a stark contrast to the surrounding arid terrain.
Mexicali Urban Sprawl
The dense grid of Mexicali and its counterpart Calexico separated by the thin border line.
The right side is ideal for those interested in the geopolitics of the landscape, providing a constant view of the border line. For evening flights, this side offers beautiful sunset views over the Pacific horizon as you descend into Tijuana. Watch for the Salton Sea in the distance to the north during the final 20 minutes.
Book Hotels in TijuanaDistance: 998 km (620 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: CJS (31.63610076904297, -106.4290008544922)
Arrival: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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