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MTY โ VER
Which side of the plane to sit from General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey) to General Heriberto Jara International Airport (Vera Cruz)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a dramatic panoramic view of the Sierra Madre Oriental and the iconic snow-capped peaks of Mexico's highest volcanoes, most notably the Pico de Orizaba.
Cerro de la Silla
Monterrey's most famous natural landmark, the 'Saddle Hill,' is perfectly visible during the initial climb-out.
Pico de Orizaba
Also known as Citlaltรฉpetl, this is North America's third-highest peak and is visible as a massive snow-capped cone to the southwest.
Cofre de Perote
An extinct shield volcano with a unique square rock formation at its summit, visible just before the descent into the Veracruz plains.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Continuous views of the jagged, high-altitude ridges that separate the central plateau from the coastal lowlands.
Xalapa Highlands
The lush, green, fog-prone coffee-growing regions near the state capital are visible during the mid-to-late phase of the flight.
This is the premier side for mountain lovers. Book a window seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Pico de Orizaba. Morning flights are best as the air is clearer; by afternoon, clouds often build up around the volcanoes. In winter, the snow cover on the high peaks is much more pronounced and photogenic.
Apodaca and San Nicolas
Aerial view of Monterrey's industrial heartland and sprawling northern suburbs immediately after departure.
Gulf of Mexico Horizon
As the plane approaches Veracruz, the deep blue horizon of the Gulf becomes visible over the coastal plains.
Laguna de Tamiahua
A vast coastal lagoon system visible to the east depending on the specific flight corridor used by air traffic control.
Port of Veracruz
A bird's-eye view of Mexico's largest and most historic commercial port during the final descent into VER.
Sit on the left if you prefer early morning flights to see the sun reflecting off the Gulf of Mexico. It is generally quieter visually until the final approach when the coastline and the port city come into focus. If landing from the north, you will see the extensive coral reef systems just off the coast.
Distance: 840 km (522 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Arrival: VER (19.145900726300003, -96.1873016357)
Route Type: Domestic
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