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MTY → ACA
Which side of the plane to sit from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey) to General Juan N Alvarez International Airport (Acapulco)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of Monterrey's geography followed by a chance to spot Mexico's massive volcanoes and the scenic arrival over the bay areas of Acapulco.
Cerro de la Silla
Monterrey's most famous landmark, the saddle-shaped mountain, is prominently visible on the left shortly after takeoff.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Continuous views of the rugged, folded mountain ridges that define the eastern spine of Mexico during the first half of the flight.
Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl
On clear days during the mid-to-late cruise, these snow-capped volcanic giants are visible in the distance to the south-southeast.
Puerto Marqués
As the aircraft descends into Acapulco, the left side provides an aerial perspective of this beautiful, sheltered bay.
Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the eastern face of the mountains. Request a seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block your view of the volcanoes near the Mexico City corridor. During the summer rainy season, look for lightning displays over the mountains on evening flights.
La Huasteca Canyon
Dramatic limestone cliffs and sheer vertical walls located on the western edge of the Monterrey metropolitan area.
Central Altiplano
The high-altitude plateau of central Mexico, featuring a patchwork of agricultural lands and arid desert basins.
Laguna de Tres Palos
A massive freshwater lagoon near the Acapulco airport, visible as the plane makes its final turn toward the runway.
Pacific Ocean Coastline
As the flight reaches the southern coast, the vast blue expanse of the Pacific opens up toward the horizon.
Choose the right side for afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. This side is better for observing the transition from the high desert of the north to the tropical vegetation of the coast. Watch for the glittering reflections of the sun on the various lagoons just before touchdown.
Distance: 1,004 km (624 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Arrival: ACA (16.757099151611328, -99.75399780273438)
Route Type: Domestic
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