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SAN → SJD
Which side of the plane to sit from San Diego International Airport (San Diego) to Los Cabos International Airport (San Jose Del Cabo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking views of the Pacific coastline, the rugged Baja cliffs, and the iconic Land's End rock formations upon arrival.
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Point Loma
Aerial view of the historic lighthouse and the entrance to San Diego Bay.
Coronado Islands
Small, uninhabited islands just off the coast of Tijuana in the Pacific.
Baja Coastline
Stunning views of the Pacific surf hitting the cliffs of Rosarito and Ensenada.
Magdalena Bay
A massive lagoon system known for gray whale sightings during winter months.
Land's End
The world-famous 'El Arco' and rock formations at the very tip of the peninsula on approach.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. On the approach to SJD, look closely as the plane often banks, providing a view of the famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas. Winter travelers should scan the water for whale activity near the coast.
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Downtown San Diego
Quick view of the city skyline and Balboa Park immediately after takeoff from SAN.
The Border
The stark line of the US-Mexico border fence between San Diego and Tijuana.
Sierra de Juárez
Rugged mountain ranges running through the northern part of the Baja peninsula.
Cataviña Desert
Unique landscapes filled with boulders and desert flora in the Central Desert.
Sea of Cortez
Vibrant turquoise waters visible to the east as you descend toward San José del Cabo.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare while viewing the inland mountains. This side is also better for spotting the Sea of Cortez on the final approach into SJD.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 1,293 km (803 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: SAN (32.7336006165, -117.190002441)
Arrival: SJD (23.15180015563965, -109.72100067138672)
Route Type: International
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