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CUN → AGU
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to Jesús Terán Paredo International Airport (Aguascalientes)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it provides a panoramic view of the majestic Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt, including the snow-capped Pico de Orizaba and the iconic Popocatépetl, while also capturing the lush southern coastline.
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Riviera Maya Coast
Witness the stunning turquoise reefs and white sands of the Caribbean immediately after takeoff from Cancun.
Bay of Campeche
Glimpse the southern curve of the Gulf of Mexico and potential views of offshore energy infrastructure near the coast.
Pico de Orizaba
Marvel at North America's third-highest peak, Citlaltépetl, rising dramatically above the clouds to the south.
The Active Volcanoes
On clear days, see the smoking Popocatépetl and the dormant Iztaccíhuatl twin peaks as you cross Central Mexico.
Puebla Valley
The dense urban sprawl of the high-altitude Puebla valley surrounded by massive volcanic mountains.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh afternoon glare and catch the best light on the mountains. The highlight is 'Volcano Alley'—look south about 60-70% through the flight duration. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Veracruz region for the best angle of Pico de Orizaba.
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Cancun Hotel Zone
A classic aerial view of the narrow strip of hotels nestled between the Nichupté Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea.
The Gulf Deep
Traverse the vast expanse of the Gulf of Mexico, observing the deep blue water and shifting weather patterns.
Veracruz Coastline
The point of landfall where the tropical lowlands of the Gulf meet the emerald waters of the shore.
Sierra Madre Ridges
Dramatic limestone ridges and steep escarpments as the plane climbs from sea level onto the central plateau.
Chichimeca Highlands
The arid beauty of the high-altitude deserts and rugged canyons near San Luis Potosí before landing.
Choose the right side if taking a late afternoon flight to see the sunset over the Sierra Madre Oriental. The initial climb often gives a better view of Isla Mujeres and the northern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula if the aircraft departs toward the north. This side also provides a clearer look at the rugged transition from the coast to the high desert.
Book Hotels in AguascalientesDistance: 1,600 km (994 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: AGU (21.705601, -102.318001)
Route Type: Domestic
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