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PXM → MEX
Which side of the plane to sit from Puerto Escondido International Airport (Puerto Escondido) to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of Mexico's most famous volcanoes, Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl, during the descent into the Valley of Mexico.
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Zicatela Beach
Aerial view of the world-famous surfing pipeline and the Puerto Escondido coastline immediately after takeoff.
Sierra Madre del Sur
Rugged, verdant mountain ridges of the Oaxacan highlands stretching toward the horizon.
The Volcanoes
Stunning close-up views of the snow-capped Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl peaks during the approach to Mexico City.
Xochimilco Canals
The ancient floating gardens and canal systems of southern Mexico City visible during the final descent.
Book a morning flight to avoid the afternoon haze and cloud cover that often obscures the volcanoes. Sit near the front or far back to ensure the wing does not block the view of Popocatépetl's crater.
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Mixteca Landscapes
Deep red and ochre earth tones of the arid mountainous regions between Oaxaca and Puebla.
Pico de Orizaba
On clear days, the distant peak of Mexico's highest mountain is visible to the east.
CDMX Urban Sprawl
The massive, dense urban grid of the Mexico City metropolitan area, including the historic center.
Estadio Azteca
One of the world's most iconic football stadiums can often be spotted during the southern arrival patterns.
The right side is excellent for seeing the sheer scale of the city's expansion. Look out for the snow-capped Pico de Orizaba about midway through the flight by looking toward the eastern horizon.
Book Hotels in Mexico CityDistance: 448 km (278 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: PXM (15.8769, -97.089103)
Arrival: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Route Type: Domestic
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