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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular aerial tour of the volcanic Cascade Range and the rugged Sierra Madre mountains, providing a dramatic contrast between desert peaks and lush northern forests.

Right Side Highlights
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Sierra Madre Occidental

Jagged peaks and deep canyons of Mexico's primary mountain range shortly after departure.

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Sonoran Desert

Vast stretches of arid landscapes, dry lake beds, and unique geological textures in the American Southwest.

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Mount Shasta

The massive, isolated, snow-capped stratovolcano that dominates the Northern California horizon.

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The High Cascades

A sequential view of iconic peaks including Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, and the towering Mount Rainier.

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Vancouver Cityscape

Clear views of downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, and the North Shore Mountains on the final approach.

The right side is premier for volcano spotting. Seats behind the wing are best for unobstructed photos of the Cascade peaks. For afternoon flights, be prepared for some sun glare while over Mexico, but the mountain views as you head north are incomparable.

Left Side Highlights
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Banderas Bay

Panoramic views of the turquoise waters and Puerto Vallarta coastline immediately after takeoff.

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Baja Peninsula

The stark contrast where the arid desert meets the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez.

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California Coastline

Aerial glimpses of the rugged Big Sur coast and potentially the San Francisco Bay Area depending on the corridor.

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Olympic Peninsula

Dense evergreen forests and the wild, misty beaches of Washington State's western edge.

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Gulf Islands

A beautiful mosaic of islands scattered across the Salish Sea during the descent into Vancouver.

Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Pacific. It is also the better side for avoiding direct glare during afternoon northbound flights. Keep an eye out for whale migrations in the waters below during winter months.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,547 km (2,204 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 10 min

Departure: PVR (20.680099487304688, -105.25399780273438)

Arrival: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)

Route Type: International

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