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MEX → CEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to Ciudad Obregón International Airport (Ciudad Obregon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Nevado de Toluca volcano early in the flight and provides a front-row seat to the stunning transition from the Sierra Madre Occidental to the glittering Sea of Cortez.
Nevado de Toluca
Witness the spectacular snow-capped crater and turquoise lakes of Mexico's fourth-highest peak shortly after takeoff.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Soar over the rugged, serrated ridges and deep, pine-covered ravines of the western mountain range.
Mazatlán Coastline
Enjoy views of the Pacific coastline where the mountains meet the sea near the Pearl of the Pacific.
Gulf of California
As you head north, the deep blue waters of the Sea of Cortez emerge, contrasting with the desert landscape.
Valle del Yaqui
On final approach, view the vast, geometric agricultural grids of the Yaqui Valley, one of Mexico's most fertile regions.
For the most dramatic lighting, book an afternoon flight to catch the sun reflecting off the Gulf of California. During takeoff from MEX, keep your eyes peeled immediately for the volcanoes; visibility is usually best in the early morning before smog or clouds accumulate.
Mexico City Sprawl
Gain a true sense of scale of the world's largest metropolitan areas as you climb out of the valley.
Bajío Plateau
Observe the high-altitude plains and colonial cities of the Mexican heartland passing underneath.
Copper Canyon Edge
Distant views of the northern Sierra Madre's massive canyon systems, often featuring deep reddish hues.
Sonoran Desert Landscape
Watch the vegetation shift to sparse desert scrub and unique geological formations as you enter Sonora.
Oviáchic Dam
Look for the large Alvaro Obregón reservoir (Oviáchic) nestled in the hills northeast of the city during descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers better views of the inland canyons if the flight path is slightly more easterly. Keep a lookout for the Oviáchic Dam just before landing, as it is a major landmark for the region.
Distance: 1,409 km (876 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 53 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: CEN (27.39259910583496, -109.83300018310548)
Route Type: Domestic
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