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SJD → YVR
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Cabos International Airport (San Jose Del Cabo) to Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular traverse of the North American Cordillera, featuring iconic volcanoes like Mount Shasta and Mount Rainier, plus the rugged Baja interior and the Cascade Range.
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Sierra de la Laguna
The rugged, mountainous backbone of the southern Baja peninsula immediately after takeoff from SJD.
Mojave Desert
Stark, geometric landscapes and dry lake beds as you cross the California interior.
Sierra Nevada Range
Breathtaking views of high-altitude peaks, including the area around Yosemite and Lake Tahoe.
Mount Shasta
A massive, solitary stratovolcano that dominates the landscape of Northern California.
The Cascade Volcanoes
Sequential views of Mount St. Helens, Mount Rainier, and Mount Baker as you head into Canada.
Vancouver Skyline
A stunning view of the Fraser River, downtown Vancouver, and the North Shore mountains on approach.
This is the premier side for geography enthusiasts. Sit behind the wing to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the volcanoes. Mount Rainier is particularly impressive about 30-40 minutes before landing. Morning flights provide the best lighting on the mountain faces, while winter flights offer the most dramatic snow-covered scenery.
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Pacific Horizon
Infinite views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean as you track north along the continental shelf.
Channel Islands
Aerial perspective of the rugged islands off the coast of Southern California, including Santa Cruz.
San Francisco Bay
A distant view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco peninsula if the flight path remains coastal.
Olympic Peninsula
Dense, temperate rainforests and the snow-capped peaks of the Olympic National Park in Washington.
Georgia Strait
Views of the Salish Sea and the scattered Gulf Islands during the final descent into Vancouver.
The left side is superior for sunset viewing on afternoon flights, offering a golden glow over the water. Watch for the dramatic transition from the arid Baja coastline to the lush, green forests of the Pacific Northwest. If visibility is high, you may see the curvature of the Earth over the Pacific horizon.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 3,127 km (1,943 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 41 min
Departure: SJD (23.15180015563965, -109.72100067138672)
Arrival: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Route Type: International
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