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LAX → MZT
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to General Rafael Buelna International Airport (Mazatlan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the California coast to the rugged Baja Peninsula and the final scenic approach over the Pacific Ocean into Mazatlan.
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Channel Islands
Potential views of Santa Catalina and San Clemente islands shortly after departing LAX.
Baja Coastline
Dramatic views where the high desert cliffs of Baja California meet the deep blue Pacific waters.
Sea of Cortez
The crossing of the Gulf of California, often showing vibrant turquoise water near the shorelines.
Mazatlan Bay
Clear views of the three iconic islands (Pájaros, Venados, and Lobos) just before touchdown.
Mazatlan Harbor
Views of the busy shipping port and the lighthouse (El Faro) perched on the hill during approach.
The right side is exceptional for afternoon flights, offering the potential for a spectacular sunset over the Pacific. During the descent into MZT, the plane often banks over the water, providing a panoramic view of the coastline and the city's famous islands.
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Los Angeles Basin
Expansive views of the LA sprawl, Orange County, and the San Gabriel Mountains immediately after takeoff.
US-Mexico Border
Clear view of the international boundary between San Diego and the dense urban grid of Tijuana.
Sonoran Desert
Vast stretches of the arid mainland Mexican landscape featuring unique geological formations.
Sierra Madre Occidental
The majestic mountain range rising to the east as the flight enters the state of Sinaloa.
Mazatlan City Center
A bird's-eye view of the historic district and the expansive Malecón during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is ideal for seeing the inland geographic contrast between the urban coastal zones and the rugged interior mountains of northern Mexico.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 1,684 km (1,046 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: MZT (23.1613998413, -106.26599884)
Route Type: International
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