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DGOTIJ

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the rugged Sierra Madre Occidental canyons followed by the striking contrast of the Sea of Cortez and the Baja California coastline.

Left Side Highlights
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Sierra Madre Occidental

Deep canyons and jagged peaks of the 'Quebrada' region as you depart Durango.

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Sea of Cortez

The deep blue waters of the Gulf of California appearing mid-flight.

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Isla Tiburón

Mexico's largest island visible off the coast of Sonora.

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Baja Peninsula Coast

The dramatic meeting point of the desert mountains and the Gulf waters.

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Tijuana Cityscape

A close-up view of the dense urban hills and valleys during the final descent.

Book an afternoon flight to see the sun glistening off the Sea of Cortez. On the final approach into TIJ, look for the 'Minarete' landmark and the dense neighborhoods of eastern Tijuana. If it is a clear day, you may see the Pacific Ocean in the distance just before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Sonoran Desert

Vast stretches of arid land and volcanic craters in northern Sonora.

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Gran Desierto de Altar

Stunning patterns of sand dunes near the northern edge of the Gulf.

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Cerro Prieto

One of the world's largest geothermal power plants near Mexicali, often showing steam plumes.

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International Border

The clearly visible boundary line separating Mexicali/Tijuana from the United States.

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La Rumorosa

Strange rock formations and wind turbines on the descent through the Peninsular Ranges.

Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. This side is superior for observing the stark geographical divide of the US-Mexico border wall and the impressive sand dunes of the Altar Desert. Keep an eye out for the white salt flats of the Laguna Salada near Mexicali.

Top Activities in Tijuana
Route Information

Distance: 1,534 km (953 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min

Departure: DGO (24.1242008209, -104.527999878)

Arrival: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)

Route Type: Domestic

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