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LAX → PVR
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (Puerto Vallarta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of the rugged Baja California coastline and a stunning aerial approach into the Bay of Banderas with city views.
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Channel Islands
Scenic views of Santa Catalina and the Channel Islands right after departure.
Pacific Horizon
Endless views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean meeting the golden Baja sands.
Vizcaíno Bay
The massive, protected bay known as a prime breeding ground for gray whales.
Banderas Bay
The entrance into one of the world's most beautiful bays during the descent.
Puerto Vallarta
Unmatched views of the city's red-tiled roofs and the bustling hotel zone.
Book a window seat on the right for the best sunset views on evening flights. During the final 15 minutes, watch for the transition from the Pacific to the deep blue of Banderas Bay. This side provides the most iconic views of the Puerto Vallarta skyline and the Malecon during landing.
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SoCal Metros
Sprawling urban views of Orange County and San Diego shortly after departure.
Baja Highlands
The towering Sierra de San Pedro Mártir mountains, the highest range in Baja California.
Sea of Cortez
Distant views of the turquoise waters between the peninsula and mainland Mexico.
Sierra Madre
Dense, green mountain ridges that rise sharply from the coastline near arrival.
Best for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the stark contrast between the arid desert of central Baja and the high mountain pine forests. Keep a map ready to identify the remote desert landing strips below.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 1,962 km (1,219 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: PVR (20.680099487304688, -105.25399780273438)
Route Type: International
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