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CUNVER

Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most iconic views of the Cancun shoreline upon departure and a stunning approach over the Veracruz reefs and port during descent.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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Cancun Hotel Zone

The famous '7' shaped strip of white sand and bright turquoise Caribbean waters.

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Isla Mujeres

Clear views of the island's northern tip and the surrounding coral reefs shortly after takeoff.

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Progreso Pier

One of the world's longest piers extending several kilometers into the emerald Gulf of Mexico.

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Veracruz Reef System

Vibrant underwater formations visible through the shallow Gulf waters during the final approach.

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San Juan de Ulúa

The historic fortress and the bustling industrial port of Veracruz just before touchdown.

This side is superior for coastal enthusiasts. For the best experience, book an 'F' seat. During the final descent into Veracruz, look for the colonial architecture and the massive shipping vessels docked at the port.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Sian Ka'an Biosphere

Aerial perspective of the vast tropical wetlands and turquoise lagoons south of Cancun.

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Yucatan Jungle

Continuous canopy of deep green tropical forest stretching across the peninsula.

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Laguna de Términos

Views of the massive lagoon and the long bridge connecting Ciudad del Carmen to the mainland.

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Tabasco River Deltas

Intricate networks of rivers like the Grijalva winding through the lowlands toward the Gulf.

Choose this side for morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the dense jungle and river systems. It is also the better side for spotting the sprawling wetlands of Tabasco during the mid-flight phase.

Top Activities in Vera Cruz
Route Information

Distance: 995 km (618 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min

Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)

Arrival: VER (19.145900726300003, -96.1873016357)

Route Type: Domestic

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