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GDL → MID
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (Guadalajara) to Licenciado Manuel Crescencio Rejon Int Airport (Merida)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of Mexico's most iconic volcanic peaks, including the active Popocatépetl and the highest point in the country, Pico de Orizaba, followed by a stunning transition into the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
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Lake Chapala
Shortly after departure from GDL, enjoy a sweeping view of Mexico's largest freshwater lake surrounded by rolling hills.
The Volcanoes
Pass North of the massive Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl peaks, often capped with snow and venting steam.
Pico de Orizaba
Visual of the highest mountain in Mexico (Citlaltépetl), a dormant stratovolcano rising 5,636 meters above sea level.
Port of Veracruz
As the flight reaches the coast, see the bustling historic shipping port and the breakwaters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Bay of Campeche
Deep blue and turquoise transition zones where the coastline curves toward the Yucatan Peninsula.
Book a window seat in the front or rear third of the cabin to avoid the wing obstructing the volcanic peaks mid-flight. Morning flights (8 AM - 11 AM) provide the clearest atmospheric conditions to see Pico de Orizaba before afternoon clouds build up around the summit. If flying in winter, the snow cover on the volcanoes is significantly more dramatic.
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Sierra Madre del Sur
Rugged terrain and deep valleys of the southern mountain ranges visible during the first half of the trip.
Isthmus of Tehuantepec
The narrowest part of Mexico, where the landscape flattens between the mountains and the jungle.
Laguna de Términos
A massive, protected coastal lagoon near Ciudad del Carmen known for its intricate mangrove systems.
San Francisco de Campeche
The fortified colonial city walls and colorful historic center are visible as you cross into the Yucatan.
Yucatan Jungle
A vast, flat expanse of low-growth tropical forest that stretches to the horizon as you approach Merida.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset reflecting off the many lagoons and the Gulf of Mexico. Look for the distinct change in water color near Ciudad del Carmen, where the brownish inland waters meet the clear Caribbean-like currents. This side also offers a better view of the 'Pucc' hills in the southern Yucatan during the final descent.
Book Hotels in MeridaDistance: 1,420 km (882 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: GDL (20.521799087524418, -103.31099700927734)
Arrival: MID (20.9370002747, -89.657699585)
Route Type: Domestic
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