PVR → SFO

Banderas Bay

Immediate views of Puerto Vallarta's coastline and the deep blue waters of the bay right after takeoff.

Baja Peninsula

In the distance, you can often spot the southern tip and eastern coast of Baja California Sur across the Gulf.

Channel Islands

Aerial views of the isolated islands off the coast of Santa Barbara as you cross into Central California.

Big Sur Coastline

The dramatic meeting of the Santa Lucia Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, featuring steep cliffs and turquoise coves.

SF Peninsula

A close-up view of the Silicon Valley shoreline and the San Francisco Peninsula during the final approach.

Sierra Madre Occidental

The rugged, forested mountain range of mainland Mexico visible shortly after departure from PVR.

Sonoran Desert

Striking arid landscapes and geological formations of northern Mexico and the US-Mexico border region.

Salton Sea

The massive, shimmering saline lake in the California desert is a prominent landmark from high altitude.

Central Valley

The vast, geometric green and brown patchwork of California's agricultural heartland.

East Bay Cities

Dense urban views of San Jose, Fremont, and Oakland as the plane maneuvers into the SFO landing pattern.