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SJD → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Cabos International Airport (San Jose Del Cabo) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of landscapes, featuring the rugged Pacific coastline of Baja, the dramatic Sierra Nevada range, and a front-row view of the Canadian Rockies during the descent into Calgary.
Pacific Baja Coast
Dramatic views of the crashing Pacific waves against the arid, mountainous terrain of the Baja California peninsula.
Sierra Nevada Range
Aerial perspective of high-altitude peaks and alpine lakes as you traverse the backbone of California.
Pacific Northwest Forests
A stark contrast to the desert south, featuring dense evergreen canopies across Oregon and Washington.
Canadian Rockies
Stunning snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys near Banff and Canmore as the plane begins its descent.
Downtown Calgary
Depending on the wind direction, you may get a sweeping view of the Calgary skyline and the Bow River.
For the best experience, book an 'A' seat away from the wing. On northbound morning flights, the sun will be behind you or to the right, providing perfect lighting for the Sierra Nevada and Rockies. Watch for the transition from desert to alpine tundra roughly halfway through the journey.
Sea of Cortez
The deep turquoise waters of the Gulf of California dotted with small, uninhabited islands shortly after takeoff.
Mojave Desert
Vast stretches of arid landscape, including unique geological formations and dry lake beds in Nevada.
Great Salt Lake
The distinct colors and expansive salt flats of Utah's massive inland sea are often visible to the east.
Alberta Prairies
The patchwork quilt of agricultural land and rolling foothills that define the approach into Calgary from the south.
Canadian Badlands
The unique, eroded coulees and hoodoos of southern Alberta become visible just before crossing into the Calgary area.
Select an 'F' or 'K' seat to avoid direct glare during afternoon flights. This side is excellent for observing the unique 'checkerboard' patterns of the US and Canadian interior. Keep an eye out for the vibrant mineral colors of the Great Salt Lake mid-flight.
Distance: 3,131 km (1,946 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 41 min
Departure: SJD (23.15180015563965, -109.72100067138672)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: International
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