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MID → MEX
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Manuel Crescencio Rejon Int Airport (Merida) to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to Mexico's most iconic volcanoes, Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl, during the descent into the Valley of Mexico, along with the stunning wetlands of the Gulf coast.
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Celestún Biosphere
Just after takeoff, look for the pink hues of flamingo colonies in the coastal wetlands of Yucatan.
Laguna de Términos
View the massive coastal lagoon and the long bridges connecting Ciudad del Carmen to the mainland.
Usumacinta River
Watch the incredibly complex meanders of Mexico's largest river system as it winds through Tabasco.
The Twin Volcanoes
The highlight of the trip: spectacular views of the snow-capped Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl peaks.
Puebla Cityscape
Pass over or near the historic city of Puebla, framed by high mountains and the volcanic range.
Book a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the volcanoes during descent. Morning flights (7 AM - 10 AM) are highly recommended, as the air over the Valley of Mexico is clearest, providing sharp views of the smoking Popocatépetl. In the rainy season (June-September), afternoon flights often encounter cloud cover that hides the peaks.
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Gulf of Mexico Coast
Follow the sweeping curve of the Mexican coastline as the plane heads west toward the highlands.
Port of Veracruz
Spot the busy shipping lanes and historic harbor of Mexico's most famous Atlantic port city.
Pico de Orizaba
See the highest mountain in Mexico (Citlaltépetl) rising sharply above the clouds in the distance.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Watch the terrain transition from tropical lowlands to the rugged, pine-covered eastern mountain range.
Northern CDMX
Get a sense of the immense scale of the capital as you pass over the dense urban sprawl of the northern suburbs.
Sit on this side if you prefer views of the open ocean and the dramatic rise of the Sierra Madre. Look for the massive Pico de Orizaba about 20-30 minutes before landing. If the flight lands toward the east (Runway 05), you will get a panoramic view of the massive urban expanse of Mexico City on your final approach.
Book Hotels in Mexico CityDistance: 996 km (619 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: MID (20.9370002747, -89.657699585)
Arrival: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Route Type: Domestic
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