SJO → MEX

Lake Nicaragua

Expansive views of Central America's largest lake, often showing the vastness of the waterway and the surrounding lush green plains.

Honduran Highlands

Glimpses of the dense, mountainous interior of Honduras and the rugged terrain of the interior Central American land bridge.

Isthmus of Tehuantepec

The narrowest part of Mexico where the landscape flattens briefly before the climb into the central Mexican plateau.

The Smoking Mountain

On approach to MEX, the massive, snow-capped Popocatépetl volcano is frequently visible to the right, often venting steam into the sky.

Mexico City Urban Sprawl

A breathtaking look at one of the world's largest cities, filling the entire Valley of Mexico as the plane maneuvers for landing.

Poás and Arenal Volcanoes

Shortly after takeoff from SJO, look down to see the majestic peaks and occasionally the smoke plumes of Costa Rica's active northern volcanoes.

Ometepe Island

In the center of Lake Nicaragua, the two distinct volcanic peaks of Concepción and Maderas rise sharply from the water's surface.

Pacific Coastline

Stunning views of the rugged Pacific coast of El Salvador and Guatemala, where the deep blue ocean meets dark volcanic sand beaches.

Guatemalan Highlands

A dense cluster of high-altitude volcanoes, including the active Fuego and the massive Acatenango, visible as you cross into Mexican airspace.

Sierra Madre de Chiapas

Dramatic views of the rugged southern Mexican mountain ranges as the flight begins its overland transit toward Mexico City.