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MLM → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (Morelia) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Sierra Madre Oriental ridges, the dense urban layout of San Luis Potosí, and a better perspective of the Dallas skyline during the standard approach into DFW.
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San Luis Potosí
A clear view of this historic colonial city and its modern industrial outskirts from high altitude.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Dramatic, folded mountain ridges that run parallel to the flight path, providing stunning textures and shadows.
Monterrey Distance View
On clear days, the silhouette of Cerro de la Silla can be spotted far to the east as you pass Nuevo León.
Dallas Skyline
If landing on the 'South Flow' (Runway 17/18), the right side offers the best angle of the Reunion Tower and downtown skyscrapers.
For the best photography of the Sierra Madre mountains, choose an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the western slopes. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, keep your camera ready for the sprawling urban landscape of the Dallas-Fort Worth 'Mid-Cities' area. Ensure you are seated ahead of the wing for an unobstructed view of the mountain ranges.
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Michoacán Volcanic Field
Aerial views of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt's rugged terrain and cinder cones shortly after takeoff.
Chihuahuan Desert Edge
The expansive, arid landscapes of the Mexican Plateau with unique geological formations and dry lake beds.
Lake Bridgeport
A prominent North Texas reservoir visible during the descent into the DFW metroplex.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct sunlight and glare coming from the east. This side is also excellent for spotting the smaller volcanic peaks near Morelia. Watch for the stark transition from the green highlands of Michoacán to the dry scrublands of northern Mexico.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,504 km (935 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: MLM (19.849899292, -101.025001526)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: International
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