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MTY → CJS
Which side of the plane to sit from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey) to Abraham González International Airport (Ciudad Juarez)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic limestone peaks of the Sierra Madre Oriental immediately after takeoff and a stunning view of the Samalayuca sand dunes during the descent.
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Huasteca Canyon
Jagged limestone ridges of the Sierra Madre Oriental that create a dramatic vertical landscape shortly after departing Monterrey.
Altiplano Plateau
Expansive views of the high-altitude Chihuahuan Desert with its unique geological folds and arid basins.
Bolsón de Mapimí
A remote and vast desert basin known for the mysterious 'Silent Zone' and its stark, mineral-rich terrain.
Samalayuca Dunes
Massive, rolling golden sand dunes that appear like sea waves in the desert just south of the Ciudad Juarez urban area.
For the best photography, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Sierra Madre peaks. The Samalayuca dunes are most visible approximately 15 minutes before landing at CJS. Sit behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't obstruct the downward view of the dunes.
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Potrero Chico
World-famous limestone cliffs and spires near Hidalgo, visible as the flight heads northwest from Monterrey.
Monclova Basin
A glimpse of the industrial landscape of Monclova surrounded by the rugged peaks of the northern mountains.
Rio Grande Valley
The winding green ribbon of the Rio Bravo del Norte which marks the international border between Mexico and the USA.
El Paso Skyline
A clear view across the border into downtown El Paso and the Franklin Mountains during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for spotting the border geography and the Rio Grande snaking through the desert. Keep an eye out for the Potrero Chico formations within the first 10 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights on this side may experience significant glare from the western sun.
Book Hotels in Ciudad JuarezDistance: 896 km (557 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Arrival: CJS (31.63610076904297, -106.4290008544922)
Route Type: Domestic
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