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CLQ → TIJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid Airport (Colima) to General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is the winner for its sweeping views of the Mexican Pacific coastline, the stunning turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez, and the dramatic mountain-meets-sea landscapes of the Baja California Peninsula.
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Banderas Bay
Early in the flight, catch a glimpse of the vast bay and the coastline near Puerto Vallarta as you head northwest.
Islas Marías
View the remote archipelago in the Pacific, formerly a famous prison colony, now a protected biosphere reserve.
Sea of Cortez
Cross the Gulf of California with views of deep blue water and uninhabited islands near the Baja coast.
Baja Peninsula
Watch the rugged, reddish desert peaks of the Sierra de la Giganta contrast against the bright coastal waters.
Ensenada & Pacific Coast
As the flight approaches Tijuana, see the northern Pacific coastline and the urban sprawl of Ensenada.
Book an afternoon flight to witness the sun reflecting off the Pacific Ocean. Choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine glare. During the final descent into TIJ, this side offers the best views of the coastline before the aircraft makes its final inland turn.
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Volcán de Colima
Immediately after takeoff, look right to see the active 'Volcán de Fuego' and the neighboring Nevado de Colima.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Vast stretches of high-altitude pine forests and deep canyons in the interior of mainland Mexico.
Sonoran Desert
The upper portion of the flight reveals the expansive, arid landscapes and agricultural grids near the US border.
Mexicali & The Border
On approach, observe the striking straight line of the US-Mexico border fence cutting through the desert landscape.
The right side is essential for the first 10-15 minutes of the flight to see the Colima volcanoes. Morning flights are ideal for this side as the sun will be behind you, providing clear, well-lit views of the Sierra Madre mountains and the desert topography.
Book Hotels in TijuanaDistance: 1,989 km (1,236 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: CLQ (19.277, -103.577002)
Arrival: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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