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GDL → CUU
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (Guadalajara) to General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (Chihuahua)?
Left Side of the Plane
Flying north from Guadalajara, the left side provides the most dramatic views of the Sierra Madre Occidental's rugged peaks and deep canyons, especially during the middle portion of the flight.
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Tequila Volcano
The iconic peak rising west of Guadalajara, visible shortly after departure if taking off towards the west.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Expansive views of one of Mexico's most significant mountain ranges with sharp ridgelines and pine-covered summits.
Durango Canyons
Deep, jagged ravines carved into the mountains as the plane crosses through the Durango state highlands.
Highland Forests
Dark green patches of pine and oak forests contrasting with the drier plateau lands to the east.
Chihuahuan Desert
The visual transition into the arid, scrub-filled landscapes and mesas characteristic of northern Mexico.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the canyons. Afternoon flights are ideal, as the setting sun creates long shadows that emphasize the dramatic relief of the Sierra Madre. Look for the distinct change in topography approximately 30 minutes into the flight.
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Guadalajara Metro
A sweeping view of Mexico's second-largest city and its sprawling urban grid during the initial ascent.
Zacatecas City
The historic colonial mining city, nestled in a narrow valley, is often visible depending on the specific airway used.
Mining Operations
Massive open-pit silver and gold mines dotting the landscape across the states of Zacatecas and Durango.
Mexican Altiplano
The high-altitude plateau featuring vast ranching lands and geometric agricultural patterns.
Laguna de Bustillos
A large, shallow endorheic lake located west of Chihuahua city visible during the final descent phase.
Morning flights offer the best lighting for the eastern plateau without the glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct turquoise or red colors of industrial mining ponds. As you approach Chihuahua, the right side often provides a better view of the city's airport approach path and industrial parks.
Book Hotels in ChihuahuaDistance: 948 km (589 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: GDL (20.521799087524418, -103.31099700927734)
Arrival: CUU (28.702899932900003, -105.964996338)
Route Type: Domestic
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