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PVR → STL
Which side of the plane to sit from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (Puerto Vallarta) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic ridges of the Sierra Madre Occidental, the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, and the iconic 'dragon' shape of the Lake of the Ozarks during the descent.
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Guadalajara Vicinity
Distant views of Mexico's second-largest city and the surrounding volcanic highlands.
DFW Metroplex
Clear views of the massive urban sprawl of Dallas and Fort Worth as the flight path crosses North Texas.
Red River
The serpentine, often reddish-tinted river that marks the natural border between Texas and Oklahoma.
Lake of the Ozarks
The famous 'Magic Dragon' lake in Missouri, easily identified by its extremely irregular, winding shoreline.
Gateway Arch
On many approach patterns into STL, the right side provides a glimpse of the iconic Arch and downtown St. Louis.
The right side is ideal for spotting major landmarks like the DFW airport and Lake of the Ozarks. For the best views of the St. Louis skyline, hope for a landing approach from the south. Keep your window shade down during the mid-portion of the flight as the sun will be on this side.
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Banderas Bay
Stunning views of the Puerto Vallarta coastline and the deep blue Pacific waters immediately after takeoff.
Sierra Madre Occidental
A vast expanse of rugged, pine-topped peaks and deep canyons as you cross central Mexico.
Chihuahuan Desert
The arid beauty of northern Mexico and southern Texas, featuring unique geological formations and dry lake beds.
Great Plains
The transition into Oklahoma and Kansas reveals the distinct geometric patchwork of American agriculture.
Missouri River
Visible as the aircraft maneuvers for approach, showing the winding path of one of North America's longest rivers.
Sit on the left for the best morning light during northbound flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side provides excellent views of the rugged Mexican interior. Watch for the sharp transition from mountainous terrain to the flat plains of the U.S. Midwest.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,463 km (1,530 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 17 min
Departure: PVR (20.680099487304688, -105.25399780273438)
Arrival: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Route Type: International
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