MLM → IAH

Sierra Madre Oriental

Spectacular views of the sharp, folded mountain ridges that run parallel to the flight path in eastern Mexico.

Gulf of Mexico Coastline

The dramatic point where the Mexican coastal plains meet the turquoise waters of the western Gulf.

Padre Island

A stunning view of the world's longest barrier island, appearing as a thin ribbon of sand separating the Laguna Madre from the sea.

Corpus Christi Bay

Clear views of the large coastal bay and the urban waterfront of Corpus Christi as you head north.

Galveston Bay

During the descent into IAH, you often pass over or near the massive ship channels and industrial ports of the Houston-Galveston area.

Michoacán Volcanic Field

Aerial views of the rugged, volcanic terrain surrounding Morelia, characterized by cinder cones and ancient lava flows.

León and the Bajío

The sprawling urban centers of the Bajío region, nestled within a fertile high-altitude basin.

Chihuahuan Desert Edge

As you move north, the landscape shifts into the vast, arid plains of the Mexican plateau with unique geological textures.

The Rio Grande

Look for the winding river that marks the international border between Mexico and the United States near Laredo.

South Texas Ranchlands

The geometric patterns of massive Texas ranches and oil extraction sites visible across the flat coastal plains.