Loading map...
MEX → MTT
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos National Airport (Minatitlan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular sequence of Mexico's most iconic volcanoes, including the active Popocatépetl and the snow-capped Pico de Orizaba.
Search flights from MEX to MTT
Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
The legendary 'Smoking Mountain' and the 'Sleeping Lady' are usually visible shortly after departure from MEX.
Pico de Orizaba
The highest peak in Mexico, Citlaltépetl, stands majestically at 5,636 meters and is the highlight of the flight.
La Malinche
An extinct volcano with a distinct jagged profile located near the city of Puebla.
Sierra de Zongolica
Deep green valleys and cloud forests that mark the transition from the highlands to the tropical coast.
Isthmus Lowlands
The lush, tropical landscape of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec as you prepare for landing.
The right side is essential for volcano enthusiasts. For the best clarity, book a flight before 10:00 AM, as clouds frequently gather around the volcanic peaks in the afternoon. During the rainy season (June-October), early morning is the only reliable time for these views.
Book Hotels in Minatitlan
Mexico City Sprawl
Incredible views of the dense urban grid and the historical center as you climb out of the valley.
Sierra Madre Oriental
The rugged peaks of the eastern mountain range provide a dramatic backdrop against the plateau.
Gulf of Mexico Horizon
As the plane descends toward Minatitlán, the blue expanse of the Gulf becomes visible on the horizon.
Industrial Coastline
Views of the major industrial and port infrastructure near Coatzacoalcos during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Gulf. It provides a better perspective of the massive scale of the Mexico City metropolitan area during takeoff if the wind is blowing from the north.
Get eSIMs for Mexico
Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 496 km (308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: MTT (18.1033992767, -94.5807037354)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.