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MEX → CCS
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of dramatic landforms, including the high peaks of the Sierra Madre, the Isthmus of Panama, the towering Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in Colombia, and the iconic Avila mountain range upon arrival in Caracas.
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Sierra Madre del Sur
Rugged, emerald-green mountain ranges that dominate the landscape of southern Mexico.
Isthmus of Panama
On clear southern routes, you can spot the narrow strip of land connecting the Americas and the surrounding San Blas islands.
Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta
View the highest coastal mountain range in the world, often featuring snow-capped peaks in the heart of the tropics.
El Avila National Park
The massive mountain wall that separates Caracas from the Caribbean Sea, providing a dramatic backdrop for landing.
Darien Gap
The dense, roadless jungle terrain between Panama and Colombia visible during the mid-flight segment.
The right side is unbeatable for geographic diversity. For afternoon flights, the sun will be behind the plane or on this side, which can create high contrast; however, the sunset views over the Colombian Andes are spectacular. On the final approach into CCS, the right side looks directly into the lush, steep slopes of the Avila mountains.
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Mexican Volcanoes
Dramatic views of the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl peaks shortly after departure from Mexico City.
Yucatan Peninsula
The turquoise waters and white sands of the Riviera Maya and Cozumel are often visible as you cross into the Caribbean.
Los Roques Archipelago
A stunning collection of coral islands and sandbars off the Venezuelan coast during the descent into Caracas.
Gulf of Mexico
Expansive views of the deep blue waters where the Gulf meets the Caribbean Sea.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides the best perspective of the Caribbean's vast coral reef systems and the transition from the Mexican mainland to the open sea. During the descent, keep your eyes peeled for the distinct turquoise rings of the Los Roques islands.
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Get eSIMs for VenezuelaDistance: 3,576 km (2,222 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 12 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Route Type: International
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