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MEX → CJS
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to Abraham González International Airport (Ciudad Juarez)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic volcanoes upon departure and the dramatic border geography upon arrival.
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Volcano Duo
Breathtaking views of Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl east of the city during the climb.
Querétaro & Bajío
The geometric patterns of industrial parks and historic colonial centers.
Mapimí Basin
The vast, desolate beauty of the Bolsón de Mapimí in the northern desert.
Border Perspective
A clear view of the Rio Grande and the El Paso skyline on final approach.
Book a right-side window seat for morning flights to see the volcanoes illuminated by the sunrise. During the approach to CJS, the right side offers a distinct view of the fence and the Rio Grande separating the two nations. Aim for a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the horizon.
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Toluca Valley
Look for the volcano 'Nevado de Toluca' shortly after departing the MEX basin.
Sierra Madre Occidental
The horizon is dominated by this rugged range throughout the flight's midpoint.
Zacatecas Desert
Observe the unique red-tinted soil and mining topography of the central highlands.
Samalayuca Dunes
The massive, shifting sand dunes appear just before the descent into Juarez.
The left side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Sierra Madre. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the dramatic Samalayuca sand dunes. Seasonal dust storms in spring can occasionally obscure the desert floor.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 1,543 km (959 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: CJS (31.63610076904297, -106.4290008544922)
Route Type: Domestic
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