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CUU → TIJ
Which side of the plane to sit from General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (Chihuahua) to General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior natural beauty, featuring the deep ravines of the Sierra Madre Occidental and the striking blue contrast of the Gulf of California.
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Sierra Madre Occidental
Vast stretches of rugged peaks and deep canyons shortly after takeoff from Chihuahua.
Copper Canyon Edge
Potential views of the northernmost ridges of the famous Barranca del Cobre system.
Gulf of California
Glimmering turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez as you cross the Sonoran coastline.
Cerro Prieto
A distinct volcanic cinder cone and geothermal field located south of Mexicali.
Tijuana Urban Sprawl
Dense residential hills of Tijuana during the final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and illuminate the mountains. Look for the transition from the golden Sonoran desert to the deep blue Gulf. Seasonal clouds are rare, but summer monsoons can provide dramatic lightning displays over the Sierra Madre.
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US-Mexico Border
The clearly visible international boundary line stretching across the desert landscape.
Gran Desierto de Altar
Breathtaking aerial views of massive sand dunes and the Pinacate volcanic field.
Mexicali Valley
A green grid of irrigated farmland that contrasts sharply with the surrounding arid terrain.
La Rumorosa
Extreme rocky terrain and steep mountain passes near the descent into the border region.
San Diego Views
Distant glimpses of the San Diego skyline and Otay Mesa industrial zones to the north.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in human geography, as the border fence is often visible for miles. Late afternoon flights provide dramatic shadows on the Gran Desierto sand dunes. Ensure you are looking north as you approach Tijuana to spot the San Diego skyline.
Book Hotels in TijuanaDistance: 1,135 km (705 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: CUU (28.702899932900003, -105.964996338)
Arrival: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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