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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the Banderas Bay upon departure and provides front-row seats to the dramatic canyons and peaks of the Sierra Madre Occidental as you head north towards the US border.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Banderas Bay

Spectacular views of the deep blue waters and the Vallarta coastline shortly after takeoff.

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Sierra Madre Occidental

Rugged mountain ridges and deep ravines that define the western edge of the Mexican plateau.

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Chihuahuan Desert

Vast, arid landscapes with unique geological formations as the flight progresses north.

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Rio Grande

The winding river marking the international border between Mexico and the United States near Eagle Pass.

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Dallas Skyline

A clear view of the iconic Reunion Tower and downtown skyscrapers if approaching DFW from the south.

Sit on the left for the best lighting during northbound flights to avoid the direct afternoon sun. Keep your camera ready during the first 15 minutes for coastal shots and the last 15 minutes for the Dallas city layout. In winter months, this side captures the best sunset colors if flying in the late afternoon.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Puerto Vallarta City

A final glimpse of the city's red-tiled roofs and the lush green hills surrounding the bay area.

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Nevado de Colima

On a clear day, the distant peaks of this massive volcano may be visible to the southeast shortly after departure.

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Central Mexican Plateau

Rolling hills and agricultural patches of the high-altitude interior regions of Zacatecas.

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Monterrey Ranges

Distant silhouettes of the dramatic Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range near the Texas border.

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Joe Pool Lake

As you descend into the DFW area, look for this large reservoir which is a key landmark for southern approaches.

The right side is excellent for catching the sunrise on early morning departures. During the final descent, you often get a better view of the massive DFW airport complex itself and the sprawl of Arlington, including the AT&T Stadium, depending on the specific landing runway configuration.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,583 km (984 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min

Departure: PVR (20.680099487304688, -105.25399780273438)

Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)

Route Type: International

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