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DFW → CUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Cancún International Airport (Cancun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for the approach into Cancun, offering a prime view of the iconic '7' shaped Hotel Zone, turquoise lagoons, and the stunning Caribbean coastline just before landing.
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Arlington Landmarks
Clear views of AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field if departing DFW to the south.
Texas Gulf Coast
The industrial shipping lanes and barrier islands near the Houston and Galveston area as you exit the U.S. mainland.
Isla Mujeres
The vibrant, contrasting blues of the Caribbean Sea surrounding this popular island destination.
Cancun Hotel Zone
The world-famous strip of resorts nestled between the Caribbean Sea and the Nichupté Lagoon.
Nichupté Lagoon
The expansive mangrove system that separates the city of Cancun from the resort-heavy beachfront.
This is the 'money' side for the arrival. To get the best view of the Hotel Zone, hope for a landing approach from the north. Sit behind the wing to avoid engine obstruction during the scenic descent. Afternoon flights provide the best light for the turquoise water colors on this side.
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East Dallas Suburbs
Aerial views of the sprawling residential grids and green spaces of the Dallas metroplex shortly after takeoff.
Lake Ray Hubbard
A massive reservoir that provides a gleaming blue landmark as the plane climbs and heads southeast.
Louisiana Wetlands
The intricate patterns of the bayous and marshlands of the Southern United States as you approach the Gulf.
Mississippi Delta
On clear days, the distant bird-foot shape of the Mississippi River discharging into the Gulf of Mexico is visible to the east.
Northern Yucatan Tip
The first sightings of the Mexican coastline, featuring lush tropical vegetation and sandy fringes.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft, ensuring better visibility and easier photography of the Gulf of Mexico. It is also excellent for seeing the transition from the deep ocean blue to the shallow turquoise shelf of the Yucatan.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 1,657 km (1,030 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Route Type: International
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