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MTY → BJX
Which side of the plane to sit from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey) to Del Bajío International Airport (Del Bajio)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior perspective of the jagged Sierra Madre Oriental peaks and the dramatic limestone canyons near Monterrey, followed by a scenic approach into the Bajío highlands.
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Huasteca Canyon
Stunning views of the sheer limestone walls and deep gorges located just west of the Monterrey metropolitan area.
Cumbres de Monterrey
High-altitude peaks and pine-oak forests within one of Mexico's largest and most rugged national parks.
Saltillo Valley
The industrial landscape of Coahuila's capital city surrounded by impressive semi-arid mountains.
Zacatecas Highlands
A transition into high-altitude desert plains with unique reddish soil and sparse, beautiful vegetation.
Sierra de Santa Rosa
The beautiful mountain range that serves as the natural backdrop to the historic mining city of Guanajuato.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the dramatic vertical cliffs of the Huasteca Canyon as the plane turns south.
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Cerro de la Silla
The most iconic natural landmark of Monterrey, visible almost immediately after takeoff depending on the runway.
Sierra Madre Ridge
The plane flies parallel to this massive mountain range, offering endless views of rugged ridgelines heading south.
Matehuala Plateau
Vast stretches of the high-altitude semi-desert typical of central Mexico's Altiplano region.
San Luis Potosí City
A distant view of this historic colonial and industrial hub nestled in a wide valley in the heart of Mexico.
Sierra de Lobos
Rugged, forested hills that signal the final entry into the Bajío region during the descent into Silao.
Secure a window seat on the left for the best morning light on Cerro de la Silla. During the winter months, look for occasional snow dusting on the highest peaks of the Sierra Madre Oriental.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 550 km (342 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Arrival: BJX (20.9935, -101.481003)
Route Type: Domestic
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