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MEX → MLM
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (Morelia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for its unparalleled views of Mexico's most famous volcanic peaks, including the distant Popocatépetl and the imposing Nevado de Toluca, alongside the dramatic transitions from the urban sprawl to the lush Michoacán highlands.
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Twin Volcanoes
Distant but majestic views of Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl rising above the haze of the Valley of Mexico shortly after takeoff.
Nevado de Toluca
The massive snow-capped (in winter) crater of the Xinantécatl volcano, the fourth highest peak in Mexico, located just south of the flight path.
Toluca Metropolitan Area
A clear view of the industrial and residential sprawl of Toluca, one of Mexico's highest-altitude major cities.
Michoacán Highlands
Dense pine-oak forests and rugged volcanic terrain as the plane enters the state of Michoacán, known for monarch butterfly sanctuaries.
Book an early morning flight (before 9:00 AM) to have the best chance of clear skies over the volcanoes before thermal clouds and smog build up. During winter months, the Nevado de Toluca is often covered in snow, offering a stark white contrast to the surrounding dark volcanic soil. Sit behind the wing for unobstructed photos of the peaks against the horizon.
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Northern Mexico City
Bird's eye view of the dense urban landscape of Naucalpan and Tlalnepantla immediately after departing MEX.
Sierra de las Cruces
The rugged mountain range that forms the western wall of the Valley of Mexico, separating it from the Toluca Valley.
Lake Cuitzeo
Mexico's second largest lake, visible during the final descent into Morelia; its shallow waters often display unique patterns and colors.
Morelia Suburbs
The 'Pink City' outskirts, showcasing the transition from agricultural land to the colonial-era urban layout of the state capital.
The right side is particularly scenic during the late afternoon as the sun illuminates the shallow waters of Lake Cuitzeo. This lake is extremely prominent on the descent into MLM airport, which is located on its southern shore. Keep an eye out for the long causeway that splits the lake in two, which is clearly visible from this side.
Book Hotels in MoreliaDistance: 210 km (130 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: MLM (19.849899292, -101.025001526)
Route Type: Domestic
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