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CUN → CLE
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the iconic Cancun Hotel Zone during departure, the shimmering Emerald Coast of Florida, and the scenic Appalachian Mountains, ending with a potential sweep over Lake Erie on the approach to Cleveland.
Cancun Hotel Zone
The famous '7' shaped sandbar with its turquoise Caribbean waters and luxury resorts is often visible immediately after takeoff.
Emerald Coast
Stunning views of the white sand beaches and emerald waters of the Florida Panhandle and Alabama coastline.
Appalachian Mountains
The ancient, rolling ridges of the Great Smoky and Appalachian ranges provide texture and depth to the landscape.
Cleveland Skyline
Dramatic views of downtown Cleveland, including the Key Tower and Progressive Field, during the descent into CLE.
Lake Erie Shoreline
The vast horizon of the Great Lake meets the urban landscape as the plane banks for its final approach.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Gulf Coast shoreline. On the approach to Cleveland, the right side typically offers the best views of the city skyline and the Lake Erie waterfront. Morning flights provide the best illumination for the Florida coastline.
Western Yucatan
Aerial views of the dense tropical forests and coastal wetlands of the Yucatan Peninsula during initial ascent.
Gulf of Mexico
Expansive views of the deep blue Gulf waters, often dotted with offshore oil platforms and cargo vessels.
Midwestern Farmsteads
A patchwork quilt of agricultural fields across Kentucky and southern Ohio as the plane nears its destination.
Ohio River Crossing
The winding silver ribbon of the Ohio River marking the transition into the final leg of the journey.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy a softer light and avoid direct glare. This side is also excellent for spotting the winding Mississippi River basin if the flight path tracks slightly westward due to weather patterns.
Distance: 2,314 km (1,438 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Route Type: International
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