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GDL → REX
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (Guadalajara) to General Lucio Blanco International Airport (Reynosa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views of the route, including the expansive Lake Chapala immediately after takeoff and a spectacular perspective of the Cerro de la Silla mountain near Monterrey during the mid-to-late flight stages.
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Lake Chapala
Mexico's largest freshwater lake is often visible to the south shortly after departing Guadalajara, reflecting the sky beautifully.
San Luis Potosí
A clear view of the sprawling colonial and industrial city of San Luis Potosí nestled in the high valley.
Cerro de la Silla
The most famous saddle-shaped mountain in Mexico, visible as the flight bypasses the Monterrey metropolitan area.
Tamaulipas Plains
Lush agricultural fields and irrigation circles create a green geometric patchwork as you descend toward Reynosa.
Sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Lake Chapala during the initial climb. For afternoon flights, this side offers the best lighting for photography of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains without the sun directly in the lens.
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A massive canyon located on the northern edge of Guadalajara, offering dramatic depth views shortly after takeoff.
Zacatecas High Plateau
Vast semi-arid landscapes characterized by reddish soil and unique geological formations as the plane heads north.
Sierra Madre Ridges
Sharp, rugged limestone ridges of the Sierra Madre Oriental range that define the landscape as you cross into Nuevo León.
Rio Grande Horizon
On the final approach, the horizon reveals the border line and the sprawling urban landscape of the United States side of the border.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. Keep your camera ready within the first 5 minutes for the canyon views and again during the descent for the distinct grid patterns of the border region.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 801 km (498 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: GDL (20.521799087524418, -103.31099700927734)
Arrival: REX (26.0089, -98.2285)
Route Type: Domestic
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