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REX โ VER
Which side of the plane to sit from General Lucio Blanco International Airport (Reynosa) to General Heriberto Jara International Airport (Vera Cruz)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling coastal lagoons and the transition between the Mexican landmass and the deep turquoise of the Gulf of Mexico.
Laguna Madre
One of the world's most extensive hyper-saline lagoon systems, appearing as a patchwork of blue and green.
Costa Esmeralda
Catch views of the narrow sandy strips and emerald waters as the plane hugs the coastline south of Tampico.
Laguna de Tamiahua
A massive, shallow coastal lagoon famous for its shrimp production and unique interior islands.
Port of Tampico
View the industrial activity and the Pรกnuco River emptying into the Gulf of Mexico.
Veracruz Harbor
As the flight descends, see the historic port area, San Juan de Ulรบa, and incoming container ships.
For the most vibrant water colors, book a morning flight when the sun is behind the aircraft. During the summer, look for the 'Nortes' or storm fronts moving across the Gulf which can create dramatic cloud formations over the water.
Sierra Madre Oriental
The massive mountain range provides a rugged backdrop to the west throughout the entire flight.
Soto la Marina River
Observe the winding river carving through the dry landscape of Tamaulipas toward the sea.
Pico de Orizaba
On clear days during the descent into Veracruz, look southwest to see Mexico's highest, snow-capped volcano.
Veracruz Highlands
The transition from dry northern plains to the lush, tropical greenery of the Veracruz state interior.
Agricultural Patchwork
Intricate patterns of sugarcane fields and citrus groves that define the regional economy.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the water. Keep a sharp eye out for the Cofre de Perote and Pico de Orizaba volcanoes during the last 20 minutes of the flight, as visibility is best in the early morning before clouds develop around the peaks.
Distance: 791 km (492 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: REX (26.0089, -98.2285)
Arrival: VER (19.145900726300003, -96.1873016357)
Route Type: Domestic
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