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STL → CUN
Which side of the plane to sit from St Louis Lambert International Airport (St. Louis) to Cancún International Airport (Cancun)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Mississippi River Delta and the stunning turquoise gradients of the Caribbean Sea and Isla Mujeres upon arrival.
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Gateway Arch
Catch a glimpse of the iconic stainless steel monument and the St. Louis skyline during the initial ascent.
Mississippi River Delta
View the intricate network of wetlands and sediment plumes where the river meets the Gulf of Mexico.
Isla Mujeres
Marvel at the vibrant blue waters surrounding this island just north of Cancun during the descent.
Cancun Hotel Zone
See the famous '7' shaped strip of white sand and luxury resorts framed by the Nichupte Lagoon.
For morning flights, the left side keeps the sun behind the aircraft, reducing glare and making the turquoise Caribbean waters look more vivid. During the final approach, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the deep ocean blue and the bright shallow reefs near the coast.
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Ozark Plateau
Observe the rolling green hills and dense forest cover of southern Missouri and northern Arkansas.
Atchafalaya Basin
Fly over the largest wetland and swamp in the United States located in south-central Louisiana.
Oil Rigs
Spot tiny industrial platforms dotting the vast blue expanse of the Gulf of Mexico.
Yucatan Jungle
Look down at the endless green canopy of the Mayan jungle as the plane crosses the Mexican coastline.
The right side is the best choice for late afternoon flights to witness a spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. As you cross the Yucatan coastline, look for the hidden 'cenotes' or sinkholes that appear as dark spots within the dense jungle canopy below.
Book Hotels in CancunDistance: 1,998 km (1,241 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: STL (38.748697, -90.370003)
Arrival: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Route Type: International
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