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CUN → CZM
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to Cozumel International Airport (Cozumel)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Yucatan coastline, the luxury resorts of the Riviera Maya, and a detailed look at Playa del Carmen before the crossing to Cozumel.
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Riviera Maya Resorts
Aerial views of massive luxury hotel complexes and white sand beaches along the coast.
Playa del Carmen
The city's urban grid and the visible movement of ferries traveling to and from the island.
San Miguel Harbor
Low-altitude views of Cozumel's main town, the harbor, and docked cruise ships upon approach.
The right side is perfect for late afternoon flights to avoid glare and see the sunset over the jungle. It provides the best perspective of the island's main urban area and ferry docks.
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Mesoamerican Barrier Reef
Vibrant turquoise patterns of the reef system visible just beneath the water's surface.
Cozumel Channel
The deep blue waters of the channel separating the mainland from the island.
Isla de la Pasión
A small, picturesque island at the northern tip of Cozumel visible during the final descent.
Choose a morning flight for the best lighting on the water. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct drop-off where the shallow reef meets the deep ocean trench.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 57 km (35 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: CZM (20.52239990234375, -86.92559814453125)
Route Type: Domestic
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