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CPE → MEX
Which side of the plane to sit from Ingeniero Alberto Acuña Ongay International Airport (Campeche) to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled vantage point for Mexico's most iconic volcanic peaks, including the towering Pico de Orizaba and the famous Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes during the descent into the Valley of Mexico.
Campeche Bay
Aerial views of the turquoise waters and the historic fortified city of Campeche immediately after takeoff.
Pantanos de Centla
The vast green wetlands and winding river deltas of the Grijalva and Usumacinta rivers.
Pico de Orizaba
A close-up view of Mexico's highest peak and North America's highest volcano, often topped with snow.
Popo and Izta
Dramatic views of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes as the flight crosses the high plateau towards Mexico City.
Southern CDMX
A view of the dense urban sprawl and the southern mountains surrounding the capital city.
Book a window seat well ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the volcanoes. Morning flights (before 10:00 AM) are highly recommended, as clouds and smog often obscure the volcanoes and the Valley of Mexico in the afternoon. Keep your camera ready about 25 minutes before landing for the best volcanic shots.
Gulf of Mexico
Extensive views of the coastline and the vast blue horizon of the Gulf during the initial cruise phase.
Port of Veracruz
A distant view of Mexico's busiest port and the colonial architecture of Veracruz city.
Sierra Madre Oriental
The rugged ridges and deep valleys of the mountain range as you transition from the coast to the highlands.
Central Mexico City
Often provides a great angle of the downtown area, including the Zócalo and Paseo de la Reforma, depending on the landing pattern.
Estadio Azteca
Can be spotted on the final approach when the aircraft enters the valley from the south.
The right side is better for seeing the sheer scale of the Mexico City metropolitan area. If the airport is using the 'Standard Terminal Arrival Route' from the north, you might get a better view of the city center. This side is also preferred during late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while looking south.
Distance: 899 km (559 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: CPE (19.816799163800003, -90.5002975464)
Arrival: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Route Type: Domestic
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