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MTY → MZT
Which side of the plane to sit from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey) to General Rafael Buelna International Airport (Mazatlan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the limestone canyons near Monterrey and the iconic three islands of Mazatlán during the final approach.
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Huasteca Canyon
Massive limestone walls and jagged ridges that form part of the Sierra Madre Oriental.
Cumbres de Monterrey
Expansive views of the national park’s deep valleys and hidden waterfalls within the mountain range.
Western Canyons
Deep, dramatic ravines of the Sierra Madre Occidental that rival the Grand Canyon in scale.
The Three Islands
A perfect aerial view of Isla de Pájaros, Isla de Venados, and Isla de Lobos just before touchdown.
The right side is superior for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. Ensure you are looking out the window approximately 15 minutes before landing to see the dramatic drop from the high sierras down to the coastal plains.
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Cerro de la Silla
The iconic saddle-shaped mountain of Monterrey is visible immediately after takeoff on the south side of the city.
Sierra de Arteaga
High-altitude pine forests and rugged peaks often dusted with snow in winter months.
Durango City
Clear views of the colonial city layout and the transition from the high plateau to the mountains.
Mazatlán Harbor
Views of the industrial port and the historic lighthouse, El Faro, as you cross the coastline.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to capture the best angle of Cerro de la Silla during departure. During the descent, you will see the southern expansion of the city and the rugged coastline leading toward Escuinapa.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 688 km (428 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Arrival: MZT (23.1613998413, -106.26599884)
Route Type: Domestic
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