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CUN → MTY
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the turquoise Cancun coastline upon departure and the majestic Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range during the final descent into Monterrey.
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Cancún Hotel Zone
Aerial perspective of the famous '7' shaped sandbar and the Nichupté Lagoon during takeoff.
Yucatán Coastline
Vibrant views of the transition between the white sand beaches and the deep blue of the Gulf of Mexico.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Dramatic, jagged limestone peaks and deep canyons as the plane enters the state of Nuevo León.
Santa Catarina Valley
Visuals of the rugged industrial landscape and high-altitude ridges surrounding the metropolitan area.
Sit in front of the wing for the clearest view of the turquoise waters leaving Cancun. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you or overhead, providing the best lighting for photographing the Sierra Madre mountains during the approach to Monterrey. Watch for the 'La Huasteca' canyon area just before landing.
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Isla Mujeres
A clear view of the narrow island and its surrounding coral reefs immediately after rotation.
Gulf of Mexico
Panoramic views of the open sea, often dotted with cargo ships heading toward the port of Altamira.
Cerro de la Silla
The iconic saddle-shaped mountain that serves as the primary symbol of Monterrey, visible on final approach.
Monterrey Skyline
Glimpses of the city's modern skyscrapers, including the T.Op Tower, the tallest in Latin America.
Choose the right side if you want a direct view of the Cerro de la Silla upon landing. For morning flights, this side avoids the direct glare of the rising sun over the Gulf. Keep an eye out for offshore oil platforms while crossing the maritime border between the Yucatan and Tamaulipas waters.
Book Hotels in MonterreyDistance: 1,448 km (900 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 56 min
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Route Type: Domestic
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