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CUN → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled vantage point of the Caribbean coastline upon departure and a front-row seat to the dramatic front range of the Rocky Mountains as you approach Alberta.
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Cancun Hotel Zone
Stunning aerial view of the turquoise Nichupté Lagoon and the narrow strip of white-sand resorts.
Texas Panhandle
Observe the shifting colors of the high plains and the rugged edges of the Caprock Escarpment.
Colorado Rockies
Spectacular views of the 14,000-foot snow-capped peaks and deep valleys of the Front Range.
Yellowstone Region
Distant views of the geologically active Teton and Yellowstone ranges depending on the specific airway.
Calgary Skyline
The downtown core and the iconic Calgary Tower come into view with the mountains as a backdrop.
For the most dramatic lighting on the Rockies, book an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the western peaks. Request a seat forward of the wing to ensure your view of the Caribbean shoreline isn't obstructed by engine heat haze or the wing structure. During winter, look for the 'Chinook' arch cloud formations over the mountains.
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Gulf of Mexico
Expansive views of the deep blue waters and offshore oil platforms during the climb out.
Great Plains Art
Intricate geometric patterns of center-pivot irrigation fields across the American Midwest.
Badlands Formations
Dramatic erosion patterns and coulees near the border of the Dakotas and Alberta.
Prairie Horizon
The vast, golden expanse of the Canadian prairies stretching toward the horizon.
Bow River Valley
The winding, glacier-fed turquoise waters of the Bow River leading into the city limits.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a unique perspective on the 'checkerboard' layout of the prairies. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from the lush green of the south to the more arid, golden textures of the northern plains.
Book Hotels in CalgaryDistance: 4,091 km (2,542 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 49 min
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: International
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