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TIJ → LAP
Which side of the plane to sit from General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana) to Manuel Márquez de León International Airport (La Paz)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning sequence of the Sierra de San Pedro Mártir mountains and the vibrant turquoise waters and islands of the Gulf of California.
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Sierra de San Pedro Mártir
View the highest peak in Baja California, Picacho del Diablo, and the National Astronomical Observatory atop the ridge.
Bahía de los Ángeles
A deep blue bay dotted with numerous islands, including the massive Isla Ángel de la Guarda.
Sierra de la Giganta
Dramatic, jagged volcanic rock formations that drop steeply into the Sea of Cortez near Loreto.
Espíritu Santo Island
Just before landing, view the iconic white-sand beaches and turquoise coves of this UNESCO protected island.
La Paz Bay
Final approach views of the Mogote sandbar and the bustling Malecón waterfront of La Paz.
Sit on the left (Side A) for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Sea of Cortez, which illuminates the mountain shadows. Avoid seats over the wing (usually rows 10-20) to maintain a clear view of the coastline during the descent into LAP.
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Rosarito Coastline
Immediate views of the Pacific surf and coastal developments south of the border after takeoff.
Ojo de Liebre Lagoon
Look for the massive salt evaporation ponds and the primary breeding ground for Gray Whales near Guerrero Negro.
Vizcaíno Desert
The vast, arid expanse of one of the most diverse desert ecosystems in the world.
Magdalena Bay
A massive Pacific inlet protected by long barrier islands, visible as the plane begins its inland turn toward La Paz.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Pacific Ocean. While the terrain is flatter on this side, the salt pans of Guerrero Negro provide unique geometric patterns and colors from high altitude.
Book Hotels in La PazDistance: 1,142 km (710 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Arrival: LAP (24.0727005005, -110.361999512)
Route Type: Domestic
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