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MZT → TIJ
Which side of the plane to sit from General Rafael Buelna International Airport (Mazatlan) to General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the stunning Sea of Cortez and the rugged, volcanic peaks of the Baja California peninsula throughout the flight.
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Sea of Cortez
Deep blue waters known as the 'World's Aquarium,' often shimmering in the midday sun.
Gulf Islands
Aerial views of Isla Tiburón and Isla Ángel de la Guarda rising sharply from the gulf.
Sierra de San Pedro Mártir
The highest mountain range in Baja California, featuring granite peaks and pine forests.
Bahía de los Ángeles
A picturesque remote bay with turquoise water and a cluster of small desert islands.
Baja Coastal Desert
Stark white salt flats and red earth meeting the edge of the blue sea.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the afternoon sun over the water. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the best island views. On the final approach into TIJ, you may catch a glimpse of the Pacific Ocean if the flight path loops west.
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Mazatlán Coastline
A clear view of the city's malecon and the world's highest natural lighthouse during takeoff.
Sonoran Desert
Vast stretches of the Altar Desert and unique geological formations in Northern Mexico.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Distances views of the massive mountain range that forms the backbone of mainland Mexico.
Mexicali Valley
Lush agricultural grids that stand out against the surrounding arid desert terrain.
US-Mexico Border
A distinct view of the border fence separating Tijuana from the suburbs of San Diego during landing.
La Rumorosa
Bizarre and beautiful rock formations in the mountains just east of Tijuana.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, illuminating the Sonoran landscape. This side offers the best view of the Tijuana urban landscape and the international border fence during the final descent into General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport.
Book Hotels in TijuanaDistance: 1,480 km (920 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: MZT (23.1613998413, -106.26599884)
Arrival: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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