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PBC → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from Hermanos Serdán International Airport (Puebla) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of North America's third-highest peak, Pico de Orizaba, shortly after takeoff and the iconic Monterrey skyline during the mid-flight phase.
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Pico de Orizaba
Mexico's highest peak, a massive snow-capped stratovolcano visible to the east.
La Malinche
An ancient, eroded volcano located just north of Puebla, visible during the initial climb.
Monterrey
Aerial views of Mexico's industrial capital and the distinctive Cerro de la Silla mountain.
Dallas Skyline
Excellent views of the Reunion Tower and downtown Dallas skyscrapers when approaching DFW from the south.
The right side is best for photography on afternoon flights as it avoids direct sun glare. Pico de Orizaba is the highlight; it appears about 10-15 minutes after takeoff. On the approach to DFW, this side typically offers the best view of the urban metroplex.
Book Hotels in Dallas-Fort WorthPopocatépetl
Stunning views of the active volcano's smoking crater shortly after departure from Puebla.
Iztaccíhuatl
The famous 'Sleeping Woman' mountain adjacent to Popocatépetl, often capped with snow.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Dramatic ridges and deep valleys as the flight heads north through Central Mexico.
Chihuahuan Desert
Vast, arid landscapes and geometric patterns of the desert floor near the US-Mexico border.
Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you when viewing the volcanoes. This side is also excellent for spotting the Rio Grande as you transition from Coahuila into Texas. Keep your camera ready immediately after wheels up from PBC.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,533 km (953 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: PBC (19.1581001282, -98.3713989258)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: International
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