MXL → MEX

Colorado River Delta

The intricate, fractal-like patterns where the river meets the northern Gulf of California shortly after takeoff.

Pinacate Peaks

The dark, volcanic landscape of the Gran Desierto de Altar biosphere reserve visible across the Sonoran border.

Sierra Madre Occidental

Continuous views of the rugged, high-altitude mountain range that forms the backbone of western Mexico.

Nevado de Toluca

The spectacular Fourth-highest peak in Mexico, often capped with snow, visible during the descent into the Valley of Mexico.

Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl

The legendary 'Smoking Mountain' and 'White Woman' volcanoes providing a dramatic backdrop as the plane turns for final approach.

Isla Tiburón

The largest island in Mexico, located in the Gulf of California, featuring stark desert landscapes surrounded by turquoise waters.

Sinaloa Coastline

The transition from the vast Sonoran desert to the fertile agricultural plains and coastal lagoons of Sinaloa.

Lake Chapala

Mexico's largest freshwater lake, visible as a massive blue expanse near the city of Guadalajara.

Paricutín Volcano

The cinder cone volcano in Michoacán that famously grew out of a cornfield, visible among the surrounding lava fields.

Santa Fe District

The modern high-rises and canyons of Mexico City's financial district visible during the western approach patterns.