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LMM → HMO
Which side of the plane to sit from Valle del Fuerte International Airport (Los Mochis) to General Ignacio P. Garcia International Airport (Hermosillo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez coastline and the vibrant turquoise waters of the Gulf of California throughout the flight.
Topolobampo Bay
Just after takeoff, view the deep-water port and the intricate labyrinth of mangroves and coastal lagoons.
Isla San Ignacio
Spot the long, sandy barrier islands that separate the calm lagoons from the open Gulf of California.
Sea of Cortez
Continuous views of the 'World's Aquarium,' known for its deep blue waters and diverse marine ecosystems.
Bahía de Kino
As you approach Hermosillo, look for the distant sparkling coastline of this famous beach destination.
For the most vivid water colors, choose a mid-morning flight when the sun is high. If flying late in the day, the left side provides a front-row seat to the sunset over the Gulf. Polarized sunglasses will help reduce the glare from the water surface.
Valle del Fuerte
Marvel at the perfectly geometric agricultural grids that make this region one of Mexico's most productive breadbaskets.
Sierra Madre Occidental
On clear days, the jagged peaks and deep canyons of the mountain range are visible on the eastern horizon.
Ciudad Obregón
Identify the urban sprawl and the massive irrigation canals of the Yaqui Valley midway through the journey.
Sonoran Desert
Observe the transition from lush irrigated fields to the rugged, arid beauty of the high desert as you descend into Hermosillo.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in human geography and agricultural patterns. Morning flights offer the best lighting on the Sierra Madre mountains, as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes while you travel north.
Distance: 426 km (265 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: LMM (25.6851997375, -109.081001282)
Arrival: HMO (29.095899581900007, -111.047996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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