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MEX → ACA
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (Acapulco)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the iconic Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes shortly after takeoff, followed by a dramatic entry into the Acapulco Bay area.
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Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
Majestic views of the two famous volcanoes, often seen venting steam against the morning sky.
Cuernavaca
The 'City of Eternal Spring' is visible nestled in the lush valleys south of the capital.
Lake Tequesquitengo
A prominent circular lake that serves as a landmark midway through the short flight.
Sierra Madre del Sur
Rugged and verdant mountain ridges that dominate the landscape before reaching the coast.
Puerto Marqués
The smaller, turquoise bay adjacent to Acapulco visible during the final descent stages.
Book an early morning flight for the clearest visibility of the volcanoes, as smog and afternoon clouds can obscure the peaks. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the massive Popocatépetl crater is not obstructed by the engine during the initial climb.
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Chapultepec Park
One of the largest city parks in the world is visible if the flight departs toward the north and turns.
Nevado de Toluca
The fourth highest peak in Mexico can be seen in the distance to the west on clear days.
Taxco Region
The mountainous terrain surrounding the famous silver-mining town of Taxco is visible to the right.
Laguna de Coyuca
A vast freshwater lagoon separated from the ocean by a thin strip of land, seen just before landing.
Pacific Horizon
Expansive views of the Pacific Ocean as the plane banks over the shoreline for its final approach.
The right side provides excellent views of the urban sprawl of Mexico City's western districts. During landing, this side often looks out toward the open ocean and the coastal lagoons. Keep your camera ready as the plane descends over the Sierra Madre for dramatic shadow play on the ridges.
Book Hotels in AcapulcoDistance: 307 km (191 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: ACA (16.757099151611328, -99.75399780273438)
Route Type: Domestic
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