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ORD → PVR
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (Puerto Vallarta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for the arrival phase into Puerto Vallarta, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the dramatic coastline of Banderas Bay.
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Great Plains
The geometric beauty of circular irrigation patterns across the central United States.
Texas Panhandle
Vast, arid landscapes and red-tinted earth as you cross into the American Southwest.
Sierra Madre Ridgelines
Dramatic western slopes of the mountains as they meet the coastal plains.
Banderas Bay
Stunning views of the deep blue bay and the Pacific Ocean during the final approach.
Puerto Vallarta Coast
A bird's-eye view of the resort zones and the lush tropical coastline.
The right side is the 'money side' for the landing. Most flight paths into PVR approach from the ocean, performing a turn that showcases the entire Bahía de Banderas. For evening flights, you may witness a spectacular Pacific sunset over the wing. Avoid midday flights if you are sensitive to heat, as the sun often tracks on this side of the aircraft.
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Chicago Skyline
Aerial views of the Loop and Lake Michigan shortly after departure from O'Hare.
Mississippi River
A clear view of the winding river border between Illinois and Missouri.
The Ozarks
Rolling hills and dense forest cover throughout southern Missouri and Arkansas.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Deep canyons and high-altitude peaks of Mexico's most rugged mountain range.
Mexican Highlands
Inland views of the high plateaus and agricultural valleys of central Mexico.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Chicago skyline during the initial climb. During the descent into Mexico, keep an eye out for the interior valleys of the Sierra Madre. Morning flights are ideal for this side as the sun will be behind you or overhead, minimizing glare.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 2,873 km (1,785 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 50 min
Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)
Arrival: PVR (20.680099487304688, -105.25399780273438)
Route Type: International
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