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MEX → MID
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to Licenciado Manuel Crescencio Rejon Int Airport (Merida)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a world-class display of Mexico's volcanic belt, including the iconic twin volcanoes and the country's highest peak, Citlaltépetl, providing a dramatic contrast to the flat Yucatan jungle later in the flight.
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Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
Incredible views of the active Popo and the 'Sleeping Woman' volcanoes shortly after departing Mexico City.
Pico de Orizaba
A close-up view of Mexico's highest peak, the snow-capped Citlaltépetl volcano, often rising above the cloud deck.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Rugged, forested mountain ridges that create a dramatic barrier between the central plateau and the coast.
Puebla Valley
The dense urban grid of Puebla and neighboring Cholula, visible at the base of the great volcanoes.
Mayan Jungle
The seemingly endless, flat green carpet of the Yucatan forest as the flight descends toward Merida.
The right side is essential for volcano enthusiasts. For the best lighting on Popocatépetl and Pico de Orizaba, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the peaks. These landmarks appear within the first 15-25 minutes of the flight; stay alert immediately after the initial climb-out from MEX.
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Bird's-eye view of the massive urban sprawl and the Sierra de Guadalupe mountains during ascent.
Gulf of Mexico Coastline
As the plane crosses the coast near Veracruz, the transition from land to the deep blue Gulf is visible.
Port of Veracruz
A view of Mexico's most historical and significant commercial port and its busy shipping lanes.
Laguna de Términos
A massive, protected coastal lagoon system featuring vibrant turquoise and emerald water patterns.
Sit on the left side during afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. This side provides a better view of the coastline as you enter the Yucatan Peninsula, especially the shallow, light-blue waters near Campeche. Keep an eye out for the distinct line where the brown coastal waters meet the clear Gulf.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 996 km (619 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: MID (20.9370002747, -89.657699585)
Route Type: Domestic
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