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LAX → DGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport (Durango)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Pacific coastline during takeoff, the volcanic craters of El Pinacate, and the rugged western canyons of the Sierra Madre Occidental as you approach Durango.
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Pacific Coastline
Iconic views of Santa Monica, the Palos Verdes Peninsula, and Catalina Island after the initial ascent.
El Pinacate
A UNESCO site featuring dark volcanic fields and massive, distinct craters near the border.
Colorado River
The green-blue ribbon of water winding through the stark desert terrain south of the Grand Canyon.
Barranca del Cobre Fringes
The southern edges of the Copper Canyon system, featuring deep dramatic gorges and steep cliffs.
Sierra Madre Peaks
High-altitude pine forests and jagged peaks that characterize the approach into Durango's high plateau.
The right side is superior for geological diversity. Look for the distinct craters of El Pinacate roughly midway through the flight. In winter, the Sierra Madre peaks are often dusted with snow. Choose this side for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare from the sun while viewing the canyons.
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Los Angeles Basin
A massive urban sprawl stretching from the Hollywood hills to the San Gabriel mountains during departure.
San Gabriel Mountains
High snow-capped peaks that dominate the northern horizon shortly after takeoff from LAX.
Salton Sea
An unexpected blue expanse in the middle of the arid Colorado Desert landscape.
Sonoran Desert
Vast stretches of arid land featuring unique geological formations near the US-Mexico border.
Sierra Madre Eastern Slope
The high-altitude transition from the desert floor to the rugged interior of the Mexican highlands.
Sit forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. Watch for the San Andreas fault lines while crossing the desert near Palm Springs. This side is best for morning flights as the sun illuminates the mountains from the east, making the landscape features pop.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 1,733 km (1,077 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: DGO (24.1242008209, -104.527999878)
Route Type: International
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