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TIJ → CEN
Which side of the plane to sit from General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana) to Ciudad Obregón International Airport (Ciudad Obregon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point over the Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), featuring volcanic islands and the dramatic coastline where the desert meets the sea.
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Sierra de San Pedro Mártir
The highest mountain range in Baja California, home to the National Astronomical Observatory.
Sea of Cortez
The deep blue waters known as the World's Aquarium, contrasting sharply with the desert land.
Isla Ángel de la Guarda
A massive, uninhabited volcanic island with steep cliffs and hidden coves.
Isla Tiburón
The largest island in Mexico, featuring unique topography and sacred Seris territory.
San Carlos & Tetakawi
The iconic twin-peaked mountain and scenic bays near Guaymas as the plane approaches the coast.
This is the best side for afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light hitting the Gulf islands. Look for the distinct turquoise shallows near the shoreline and the volcanic craters of the Pinacate region if the flight path tracks slightly further north.
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Tijuana Urban Sprawl
Aerial views of the dense neighborhoods and the international border fence extending eastward.
Sierra de Juárez
Rugged granite mountains and high-altitude plateaus of northern Baja California.
Sonoran Desert Plains
Expansive views of the arid landscape as the flight crosses into mainland Mexico.
Hermosillo Skyline
The capital city of Sonora is often visible as a large urban grid in the desert basin.
Yaqui Valley Agriculture
A patchwork of green and gold fields marking the rich agricultural heartland near the destination.
Choose this side for sunrise flights to watch the sun crest over the Sierra Madre Occidental. It is also the better side for viewing the sprawling irrigation networks of the Yaqui Valley during the final descent into Ciudad Obregón.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 894 km (556 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Arrival: CEN (27.39259910583496, -109.83300018310548)
Route Type: Domestic
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