MID → CUN

Gulf of Mexico Coastline

Upon departure from Merida, catch glimpses of the Emerald Coast and the port of Progreso to the north.

Yucatan Jungle Canopy

A vast, unbroken carpet of tropical dry forest that covers the flat limestone shelf of the peninsula.

Isla Holbox

On a clear day, look toward the horizon to see the long, thin sandy strip of Holbox separating the sea from the lagoon.

Isla Mujeres

During the approach, the island appears as a stunning sliver of land surrounded by vibrant shallow reefs.

Cancun Downtown

View the rapid urban development of the city center as the plane aligns for its final landing path.

Chichén Itzá

Roughly 20 minutes into the flight, scan the jungle for the iconic Kukulcan pyramid visible in a large clearing.

Valladolid

The colonial grid of this 'Pueblo Magico' is easily identifiable amidst the surrounding green landscape.

Cenote Formations

Look for dark, perfectly circular patches in the jungle which indicate the openings of the region's famous sinkholes.

Nichupté Lagoon

The massive lagoon system that separates mainland Cancun from the famous Hotel Zone strip.

Cancun Hotel Zone

See the iconic '7' shaped strip of high-rise resorts stretching along the Caribbean coastline during the final turn.