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MEX → TPQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to Amado Nervo National Airport (Tepic)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of central Mexico's most iconic landmarks, including the sprawling Guadalajara metropolitan area and the UNESCO-recognized agave landscapes surrounding the Tequila Volcano.
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Historic Mexico City
Aerial views of the Zócalo, Cathedral, and the dense urban grid of the historic center.
Lake Chapala
A massive inland sea that dominates the horizon as the flight passes north of Jalisco.
Guadalajara
The vibrant urban landscape of Mexico's second-largest city and its landmark cathedral.
Tequila Valley
The geometric patterns of blue agave fields and the prominent silhouette of the Tequila Volcano.
Volcán Sangangüey
A striking extinct volcano that serves as a visual waypoint for the descent into Tepic.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in human geography and volcanic landforms. Pay close attention approximately 40 minutes into the flight as the aircraft crosses the Jalisco-Nayarit border, where the blue agave fields provide a unique color palette. Afternoon flights are particularly scenic as the sun illuminates the western faces of the volcanoes.
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The modern architectural marvels of Mexico City's financial hub shortly after takeoff.
Nevado de Toluca
The fourth highest peak in Mexico, featuring its distinctive crater and high-altitude lakes.
Michoacán Sierras
Lush, high-altitude forests that serve as the winter home for migrating Monarch butterflies.
Rugged Canyons
Deep ravines and dramatic cliffs characteristic of the southern Sierra Madre Occidental.
For the best view of the Nevado de Toluca, sit behind the wing on the left side to keep the volcano in sight longer as the plane turns west. High-altitude clouds can sometimes obscure the mountains, so clear winter mornings offer the most reliable visibility.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 640 km (398 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: TPQ (21.4195, -104.843002)
Route Type: Domestic
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