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MID → VSA
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Manuel Crescencio Rejon Int Airport (Merida) to Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International Airport (Villahermosa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Gulf of Mexico coastline and the massive Laguna de Términos, providing a striking contrast between the turquoise sea and the lush green wetlands of the coast.
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Gulf Coastline
Continuous views of the sandy beaches and shallow emerald waters along the western edge of the Yucatan.
Celestun Estuary
Aerial view of the Ría Celestun Biosphere Reserve, known for its unique ecosystem and coastal lagoons.
Laguna de Términos
One of Mexico's largest coastal lagoons, displaying a stunning array of blues and sediment swirls near Ciudad del Carmen.
Ciudad del Carmen
The island city connected by the impressive Zacatal Bridge, visible as the plane crosses the lagoon entrance.
Grijalva Delta
The complex network of river mouths and mangroves where the mighty Grijalva and Usumacinta rivers approach the sea.
The right side is the definitive choice for scenic enthusiasts on this route. For the best photos of Laguna de Términos, try to book an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the water from the south. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes into the flight for the most dramatic coastal transitions.
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Merida Suburbs
Panoramic views of the expanding urban landscape of Merida and its surrounding haciendas shortly after takeoff.
Yucatecan Jungle
A vast carpet of tropical dry forest that characterizes the interior of the peninsula.
Pantanos de Centla
The edge of North America's largest wetland reserve, featuring intricate water channels and dense vegetation.
Inland Oil Infrastructure
Occasional glimpses of the terrestrial drilling sites and pipelines that define the region's energy sector.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It provides a better perspective of the inland jungle and the final approach into the agricultural fields surrounding Villahermosa. Look for the distinct lack of surface rivers in the first half of the flight due to the Yucatan's limestone geography.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 465 km (289 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: MID (20.9370002747, -89.657699585)
Arrival: VSA (17.996999740600586, -92.81739807128906)
Route Type: Domestic
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