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CLE → CUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland) to Cancún International Airport (Cancun)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic 'vacation arrival' experience, providing panoramic views of the turquoise Caribbean Sea and the Cancun Hotel Zone during the final approach.
Appalachian Foothills
Rolling ridges of the southern Appalachian range visible during the first hour of flight.
Gulf Coast Entry
The transition from the Alabama or Mississippi coastline into the deep blue of the Gulf of Mexico.
Caribbean Color Gradient
The dramatic shift from navy blue to bright turquoise as the plane approaches the Yucatan shelf.
Cancun Hotel Zone
Aerial perspective of the famous '7' shaped island strip and its luxury resorts between the sea and Nichupte Lagoon.
Isla Mujeres
A clear view of the small island just north of Cancun as the plane banks for landing.
For the most vibrant water colors, book a flight arriving between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is highest. Sit in the 'A' seats to ensure you are facing the coastline and the Hotel Zone strip upon descent into CUN.
Ohio River Valley
Scenic views of the winding Ohio River shortly after departing Cleveland.
Mississippi Delta
Depending on the flight path, the vast sediment-rich channels of the Mississippi may be visible to the west.
Yucatan Jungle
An endless carpet of dense green tropical forest as the plane makes landfall in Mexico.
Nichupte Lagoon
Views of the sprawling mangrove systems and inland lagoons that border the airport region.
The right side (F seats) is preferable for afternoon or evening flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a great perspective on the sheer density of the Yucatan jungle interior.
Distance: 2,314 km (1,438 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Arrival: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Route Type: International
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