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CUN → STL
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for this route because it offers superior views of the Mississippi River Delta and is strategically positioned for the best chance to see the Gateway Arch and the St. Louis skyline during the final approach.
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Isla Mujeres
The crystal clear turquoise waters and shallow reefs surrounding this island just north of Cancun.
Mississippi River Delta
The iconic 'bird's foot' delta where the Mississippi River empties into the Gulf, visible in the distance.
Lake Pontchartrain
Views of the massive lake and the famous 24-mile Causeway bridge north of New Orleans.
Mississippi Floodplain
Geometric patterns of vast agricultural fields and the winding path of the river through Tennessee and Missouri.
The Gateway Arch
Often visible on the right during a southern approach to STL, standing tall against the downtown skyline.
Choose the right side for the most iconic landmarks. This side offers the best angle for New Orleans and the Mississippi Delta. On arrival into STL, pilots often loop around the city; if they approach from the south or east, the right side provides a stunning view of the Gateway Arch. Use polarized sunglasses to better see the river currents and reef structures near Mexico.
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Cancun Hotel Zone
Dramatic views of the narrow strip of luxury resorts and the Nichupté Lagoon immediately after takeoff.
Gulf of Mexico
A long stretch of deep blue waters as you transition from the Caribbean toward the American coastline.
Atchafalaya Basin
The intricate web of Louisiana bayous, swamps, and river channels where the land meets the sea.
Ozark National Forest
Rolling hills and dense forest canopies of the Ozark Plateau as you enter Missouri from the south.
Missouri Suburbs
A bird's-eye view of the sprawling residential communities of Chesterfield and St. Charles during descent.
Sit on the left for the best view of the Cancun coastline during departure. If the flight is in the morning, the sun will be on the right side, making the left side better for photography without glare. Keep an eye out for the distinct change in water color from turquoise to deep navy as you cross the continental shelf.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,998 km (1,241 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Route Type: International
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