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GDL → SAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (Guadalajara) to San Antonio International Airport (San Antonio)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior views of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range and the industrial landscape of Monterrey.
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Guadalajara Metropolitan Area
An expansive view of Mexico's second largest city immediately after takeoff.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Stunning views of the jagged, folded mountain ridges that define northeastern Mexico.
Cerro de la Silla
The famous saddle-shaped mountain overlooking the city of Monterrey.
San Antonio Skyline
Views of the Tower of the Americas and the Alamo City during the final approach.
Sit on the right for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid glare. This side provides the best perspective of the dramatic mountain peaks near Monterrey and the urban sprawl of San Antonio upon arrival. Ensure you are on the right to see the distinctive saddle shape of Cerro de la Silla as you pass Nuevo Leon.
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Zacatecas Highlands
Expansive views of the high altitude semi-arid plateaus of central Mexico.
Presa de la Amistad
The sparkling waters of the reservoirs along the Texas-Mexico border.
South Texas Plains
The transition from desert to the lush agricultural fields of the Texas brush country.
Ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mexican desert. This side provides a clearer view of the Rio Grande border crossing and the vast ranch lands of South Texas. Select a seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the ground patterns.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,114 km (692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: GDL (20.521799087524418, -103.31099700927734)
Arrival: SAT (29.533700942993164, -98.46980285644533)
Route Type: International
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