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CUN → PIT
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to Pittsburgh International Airport (Pittsburgh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for its dramatic departure views over the Cancun Hotel Zone and the high probability of seeing the Pittsburgh skyline and the three rivers confluence during the final descent.
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Cancun Hotel Zone
Aerial view of the iconic 7-shaped island strip featuring white sands and turquoise Caribbean waters.
Isla Mujeres
A stunning perspective of the island and the vibrant coral reefs surrounding the northern tip of the Yucatan.
Gulf of Mexico
Expansive blue vistas during the transit from Mexican to US airspace over the open ocean.
Appalachian Range
View the rolling, forested peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains as you head north through the eastern US.
Pittsburgh Skyline
A prime view of the 'Golden Triangle' and the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio Rivers.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Morning flights offer stunning turquoise water colors near Cancun without sun glare. During landing at PIT, the left side often aligns with the Ohio River for a dramatic city view.
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Riviera Maya
Views of the dense jungle and coastal developments stretching south from Cancun toward Playa del Carmen.
Gulf Coastline
Sightings of the Florida Panhandle or Alabama coastline as the flight enters US mainland territory.
Southern Forests
Lush green landscapes across Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee during the mid-flight cruise.
Allegheny Plateau
The rugged and deeply dissected plateau of northern West Virginia and southern Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Suburbs
Detailed views of the rolling hills and residential communities surrounding Pittsburgh International Airport.
The right side is ideal for afternoon departures to keep the sun behind you while viewing the Mexican coastline. As you approach Pennsylvania, watch for the rolling hills of the Allegheny Plateau which are particularly vibrant during the autumn foliage season.
Book Hotels in PittsburghDistance: 2,253 km (1,400 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: PIT (40.49150085, -80.23290253)
Route Type: International
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