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MEX → TGZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to Angel Albino Corzo International Airport (Tuxtla Gutierrez)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the flight, specifically the snow-capped Pico de Orizaba, Mexico's highest peak, and the vast Malpaso Reservoir as you descend into the Chiapas region.
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Pico de Orizaba
Clear views of the massive, snow-capped Citlaltépetl volcano, the highest point in Mexico.
Cofre de Perote
An extinct volcano with a unique box-shaped summit located in the state of Veracruz.
Nezahualcóyotl Dam
Also known as Malpaso, this turquoise reservoir is framed by dense tropical vegetation.
Puebla City
Aerial perspective of the historic city and the surrounding agricultural valleys.
Choose a morning flight to avoid the afternoon cloud buildup common over the high peaks of the Sierra Madre. The view of Pico de Orizaba occurs approximately 15-20 minutes after takeoff from MEX; ensure your window is clean for high-altitude photography.
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Popocatépetl
Incredible views of the active volcano, often seen venting steam and ash shortly after departure.
Tehuacán Valley
A UNESCO site featuring a dramatic transition into high-altitude cactus deserts and deep canyons.
Sierra Madre del Sur
Layers of rugged mountain ridges that dominate the landscape between Puebla and Chiapas.
Sumidero Canyon Approach
As the plane descends into TGZ, you can often spot the northern entrance of the Grijalva River canyon.
The right side is best for observing the activity of Popocatépetl and the Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes immediately after takeoff. During the summer rainy season, late afternoon flights on this side offer spectacular sunset views over the Sierra Madre peaks.
Book Hotels in Tuxtla GutierrezDistance: 715 km (444 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: TGZ (16.5636005402, -93.0224990845)
Route Type: Domestic
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