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CUN → IND
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the iconic Mississippi River Delta, the city of New Orleans, and the turquoise waters of the Yucatan shelf during departure.
Cancun Coastline
Breathtaking views of the turquoise Caribbean waters and the narrow strip of the Hotel Zone immediately after takeoff.
Isla Mujeres
A clear view of the island off the coast of Cancun as the plane climbs and turns toward the north.
Mississippi Delta
The 'Bird's Foot' delta where the Mississippi River meets the Gulf is a geographic marvel visible during the crossing.
New Orleans
Aerial perspective of Lake Pontchartrain and the Crescent City as you enter the United States mainland.
Memphis Region
The winding path of the Mississippi River near the Tennessee border provides a classic American river landscape.
Indianapolis Approach
On clear days, the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway may be visible to the west depending on the landing pattern.
Sit on the left (port) side for the best chance to see the Mississippi River's complex geography. For the most vibrant water colors in Cancun, choose a mid-day flight when the sun is high. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure the river views aren't obstructed. During the winter, look for the 'snow line' as you cross into the Midwest.
Deep Caribbean
The stunning transition from the light blue coastal shelf to the deep cobalt blue of the open sea.
Gulf Coastline
Distant views of the white sand beaches of the Florida Panhandle and the Alabama coast.
Southern Forests
Dense, lush green expanses of pine and hardwood forests across Alabama and Tennessee.
Nashville Basin
The rolling hills and urban sprawl of the Nashville area as the plane passes over Middle Tennessee.
Ohio River
The massive waterway marking the border between Kentucky and Indiana, often bustling with barge traffic.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun over the Gulf. While the landmarks are less prominent than the left, you get a great sense of the vastness of the American South. Keep an eye out for Mobile Bay during the mid-flight crossing of the coastline.
Distance: 2,078 km (1,291 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 46 min
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Route Type: International
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