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SFO → SJD
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to Los Cabos International Airport (San Jose Del Cabo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers nearly continuous views of the stunning California and Baja coastlines, including the rugged Big Sur cliffs and the iconic whale lagoons of the Pacific.
Big Sur Coastline
Spectacular views of the rugged cliffs and Pacific surf along the central California coast.
Channel Islands
Aerial views of the isolated and protected island chain off the coast of Southern California.
Baja Pacific Coast
The stark, beautiful contrast between the Pacific Ocean and the arid volcanic terrain of Baja California.
Whale Lagoons
Look for the vast lagoons of Ojo de Liebre and San Ignacio, famous for gray whale calving.
Land's End
Catch a glimpse of the famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas during the final approach into Los Cabos.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. It provides the most consistent views of the coastline and the unique geographic features of the Baja Peninsula.
SFO Bay Area
Views of the East Bay, Silicon Valley, and the Santa Cruz Mountains shortly after takeoff.
Central Valley
The vast agricultural landscape of California with the distant Sierra Nevada visible on clear days.
Mojave & Salton Sea
Dramatic desert textures and the massive inland Salton Sea near the US-Mexico border.
Sea of Cortez
The deep blue waters of the Gulf of California contrast sharply with the desert mountains during descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Sea of Cortez. It is also the better side for viewing the sprawl of the LA Basin and desert landmarks like the Salton Sea.
Distance: 2,011 km (1,250 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 41 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: SJD (23.15180015563965, -109.72100067138672)
Route Type: International
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