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SJD → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Cabos International Airport (San Jose Del Cabo) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic contrast between the deep turquoise Sea of Cortez and the rugged, arid mountain ranges of the Baja California peninsula, followed by a grand entry into the Los Angeles basin.
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Sea of Cortez
Intense blue waters juxtaposed against the stark desert landscape of the eastern Baja coast.
Sierra de la Giganta
A dramatic volcanic mountain range with jagged peaks running parallel to the gulf.
Isla Ángel de la Guarda
A large, uninhabited desert island known for its deep red rock formations and isolation.
San Diego Skyline
A distant but clear view of downtown San Diego and San Diego Bay as you head north.
Downtown Los Angeles
A spectacular view of the DTLA skyscrapers during the base leg of the approach into LAX.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. You will have the best vantage point for the mountainous backbone of Baja and the Salton Sea in the distance. During arrival, the right side often provides a clearer view of the San Gabriel Mountains and the famous urban sprawl of the Inland Empire and Los Angeles basin.
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Magdalena Bay
A massive bay system on the western coast of Baja, famous for its intricate lagoons and mangroves.
Cedros Island
A large, rugged island off the Vizcaíno Peninsula with steep cliffs and unique maritime flora.
Orange County Coastline
Panoramic views of Newport Beach and Huntington Beach as the plane crosses into California.
Port of Long Beach
One of the world's busiest ports, featuring massive cargo ships and the iconic Queen Mary.
Palos Verdes Peninsula
Scenic coastal bluffs and luxury estates just before the final descent into LAX.
Choose the left side for afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. This side is ideal for spotting the Channel Islands and the 'marine layer' clouds that often hug the California coast. Keep an eye out for the Queen Mary and the Port of Los Angeles during the final turn toward the runway.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,468 km (912 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min
Departure: SJD (23.15180015563965, -109.72100067138672)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: International
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