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LAX → GDL
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (Guadalajara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal vistas along the Pacific, the stunning turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez, and a better chance to spot the Volcán de Tequila during the final approach into Guadalajara.
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SoCal Coastline
Aerial views of Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, and the San Diego coastline as the plane heads south.
Baja Peninsula
The stark desert mountains of Baja California meeting the deep blue waters of the Gulf.
Sea of Cortez
Expansive views of the 'World's Aquarium,' often spotting remote islands like Isla Ángel de la Guarda.
Pacific Horizons
Unobstructed views of the Pacific horizon, making this the best side for evening golden hour and sunsets.
Volcán de Tequila
The prominent dormant volcano and surrounding blue agave fields visible during the descent into GDL.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. On clear days, the contrast between the turquoise Sea of Cortez and the mainland is spectacular. This side is especially recommended for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Pacific Ocean.
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Los Angeles Basin
Bird's eye view of the downtown skyline and the dense urban sprawl of the Inland Empire shortly after departure.
Salton Sea
The massive saline lake shimmering in the high-contrast landscape of the California desert.
Sonoran Desert
Intricate desert patterns and dry riverbeds of the Mexican mainland as you cross into Sonora.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Dramatic mountain peaks and deep forested canyons as the flight moves into the interior of Jalisco.
Sit on the left if you enjoy viewing rugged mountain geography and desert geology. Early morning flights are ideal as the rising sun illuminates the eastern faces of the Sierra Madre Occidental. Keep an eye out for the distinct line of the US-Mexico border near Mexicali.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 2,106 km (1,309 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: GDL (20.521799087524418, -103.31099700927734)
Route Type: International
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