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TIJ → HMO
Which side of the plane to sit from General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana) to General Ignacio P. Garcia International Airport (Hermosillo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the Sea of Cortez coastline and the dramatic contrast between the rugged mountains of the Baja Peninsula and the deep blue waters of the gulf.
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Tijuana Canyons
A unique aerial view of the city's dense urban sprawl and colorful neighborhoods built into the steep hillsides.
Sierra de San Pedro Mártir
Look south to see the highest peaks in Baja California, including the snow-capped Picacho del Diablo.
San Felipe Coast
The turquoise waters of the Gulf of California meeting the sandy beaches of this iconic fishing and tourist town.
Sea of Cortez
Expansive views of what Jacques Cousteau called the 'World's Aquarium,' often shimmering in the sunlight.
Isla Consag
A solitary, white-capped rock island rising dramatically from the sea, visible as you cross the gulf toward Sonora.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun over the water. This side provides the most 'coastal' feel as you cross the Gulf of California. Look for the dramatic change in water color as the plane transitions from the Baja coast to the deeper center of the gulf.
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US-Mexico Border
Visible immediately after takeoff, the border fence cuts a distinct line through the mountainous terrain toward Tecate.
Sierra de Juárez
High-altitude pine forests and granite boulder fields located just east of the Tijuana metropolitan area.
Laguna Salada
A vast, white alkaline dry lake bed located below sea level near the base of the Sierra de los Cucapah.
El Pinacate Craters
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring massive volcanic maar craters and dark lava flows in the Sonoran Desert.
Caborca Farmland
Geometric patterns of asparagus and grape plantations creating a green oasis in the middle of the arid desert.
Sit on the left if you are interested in geology; the El Pinacate volcanic field is a rare sight from above. For the best lighting on the craters, choose an afternoon flight when the shadows define the rim edges. Keep an eye out for the stark line of the border fence shortly after leaving TIJ.
Get eSIMs for Mexico
Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 683 km (424 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min
Departure: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Arrival: HMO (29.095899581900007, -111.047996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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