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MEX → PAZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to El Tajín National Airport (Poza Rico)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for Mexico's most iconic volcanoes and the ancient pyramids of Teotihuacán shortly after departure, followed by the lush, rugged descent of the Sierra Norte de Puebla.
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Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
Breathtaking views of the twin snow-capped volcanoes to the southeast immediately after takeoff from MEX.
Teotihuacán Pyramids
The massive Sun and Moon pyramids are often visible as the flight paths north-northeast out of the valley.
Sierra Norte de Puebla
Dramatic views of mist-covered pine forests and deep river canyons during the descent toward the Gulf.
El Tajín Vicinity
The archaeological zone and its iconic niches are located just west of the airport, visible during final approach.
Choose the right side for morning flights to see the sun illuminating the volcanoes. Keep your eyes peeled within the first 10 minutes of flight to spot the pyramids of Teotihuacán. This side is essential for photographers wanting to capture the contrast between the high-altitude volcanic peaks and the tropical coastal basin.
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Northern Mexico City
Expansive views of the high-density urban sprawl of Ecatepec and the northern suburbs of the capital.
Sierra de Pachuca
Rugged mountain ranges in the state of Hidalgo showing the transition from the high plateau.
Gulf Coastal Plain
The landscape flattens into the verdant, tropical lowlands of northern Veracruz as the plane approaches Poza Rica.
Sit on the left during late afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side provides a clearer view of the Sierra Madre Oriental's northern ridges as you cross from the Altiplano to the coast.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 213 km (132 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: PAZ (20.6026992798, -97.4608001709)
Route Type: Domestic
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