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MEX → VSA
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City) to Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International Airport (Villahermosa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled front-row seat to Mexico's legendary volcanic peaks, including the active Popocatépetl and the snow-capped Pico de Orizaba, before descending into the emerald wetlands of Tabasco.
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Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
Stunning, close-up views of the twin volcanoes, often with steam plumes rising from the active Popocatépetl.
Pico de Orizaba
Mexico's highest peak, Citlaltépetl, standing majestically above the clouds with its permanent white glacier.
Sierra Madre del Sur
The transition from high-altitude volcanic landscapes to the dense, green tropical forests of southern Mexico.
Grijalva River
The winding, snake-like path of one of Mexico's largest rivers cutting through the lush landscape.
Pantanos de Centla
The sprawling biosphere reserve, showcasing the incredible biodiversity of the Tabasco lowlands from above.
This is the premium side for volcano enthusiasts. Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl appear in the first 15 minutes after takeoff; keep your camera ready. Afternoon flights offer dramatic shadows on the mountain ridges. Ensure your window is clean, as the contrast between the white glaciers and blue sky is a highlight of the trip.
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Mexico City Sprawl
Aerial views of the massive urban grid and the Paseo de la Reforma skyscrapers during the initial climb.
Sierra Norte de Puebla
Rugged mountain ridges and deep green valleys as the plane crosses into the state of Puebla.
Gulf Coastline
Distant views of the blue Gulf of Mexico and the coastal plains near the port of Veracruz.
Coatzacoalcos Industry
The massive petrochemical complexes and the industrial river mouth visible during the descent.
Tabasco Lagoons
A vast network of sparkling lagoons and winding rivers characterizing the landscape near Villahermosa.
For the best clarity of the Gulf coast, choose a morning flight when the air is crisp and less hazy. Upon departure from MEX, look for the sprawling urban grid of Mexico City. During descent, watch for the shift from dry highlands to the humid, water-rich plains of Tabasco.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 678 km (421 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min
Departure: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Arrival: VSA (17.996999740600586, -92.81739807128906)
Route Type: Domestic
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