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SFO → MLM
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (Morelia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the California coastline during departure, the deep blue waters of the Gulf of California, and the dramatic volcanic topography of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt during the descent into Morelia.
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Pacific Coastline
Dramatic views of the California coast, including Monterey Bay and the Big Sur region depending on the departure corridor.
Gulf of California
Stunning vistas of the Sea of Cortez with the distant silhouette of the Baja California peninsula.
Mazatlán Coast
The point where the mountains meet the sea near the popular coastal city of Mazatlán.
Volcanic Peaks
Ancient craters and volcanic cones characteristic of the Michoacán landscape as you descend.
Michoacán Highlands
The lush, pine-covered mountains and rolling hills surrounding the city of Morelia.
The right side is premier for coastal enthusiasts. For midday flights, the contrast between the turquoise Gulf of California and the desert is striking. During the descent into MLM, watch for the unique 'malpaís' (volcanic badlands) and the many small cinder cones that dot the landscape near Morelia.
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San Francisco Bay
Aerial views of the Bay Bridge, the city skyline, and the dense urban landscape of the East Bay upon departure.
Mojave Desert
Vast stretches of arid basins and rugged mountain ranges across Southern California and Arizona.
Sonoran Desert
Unique desert textures and geological formations as the flight path crosses into Mexico.
Sierra Madre Occidental
The deep canyons and high plateaus of the interior side of Mexico's primary western mountain range.
Lake Cuitzeo
A massive, shallow lake north of Morelia that provides a stunning visual marker during the final approach.
Sit on the left if you prefer views of the San Francisco city sprawl and the rugged interior canyons of the Sierra Madre. This side is better during morning flights to avoid direct sun glare as you head southeast. Keep an eye out for the Salton Sea and the agricultural patterns of the Imperial Valley.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 2,856 km (1,775 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: MLM (19.849899292, -101.025001526)
Route Type: International
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