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TIJ → OAX
Which side of the plane to sit from General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana) to Xoxocotlán International Airport (Oaxaca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more consistent display of Mexico's dramatic interior topography, including the vast Sierra Madre Occidental and the snow-capped volcanoes of the central highlands.
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Gran Desierto de Altar
Massive sand dunes and volcanic craters of the Pinacate Biosphere Reserve visible shortly after takeoff.
Sierra Madre Occidental
An endless expanse of rugged peaks and deep river canyons stretching across the western horizon.
Guadalajara Metro Area
View of Mexico's second-largest city and the nearby Lake Chapala during the mid-flight segment.
Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt
Distant but majestic views of the active Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes near Mexico City.
Oaxacan Highlands
Lush, green, folded mountain ridges of the Sierra Madre del Sur as the plane begins its final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy front-lit views of the canyons. The most iconic landmarks, like the high-altitude volcanoes, appear roughly 75% of the way through the flight. Ensure your window is clean, as the high-altitude glare can be intense over the desert.
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Sea of Cortez
The deep blue waters of the Gulf of California contrasting sharply with the arid Sonoran coastline.
Isla Tiburón
Mexico's largest island, showcasing a stark, uninhabited desert landscape surrounded by turquoise water.
The Mexican Riviera
Aerial views of coastal gems like Mazatlán and the sweeping Banderas Bay near Puerto Vallarta.
Michoacán Coastline
Where the mountains meet the Pacific Ocean, featuring hidden coves and dramatic rocky cliffs.
Monte Albán
The ancient Zapotec archaeological site visible on a flattened hilltop just minutes before landing in Oaxaca.
The right side is perfect for sunset flights, offering spectacular golden-hour reflections over the Pacific Ocean. During the final approach to OAX, look down to spot the terraced ruins of Monte Albán; it is one of the few flights in the world where you can see a major archaeological site so clearly from the air.
Book Hotels in OaxacaDistance: 2,667 km (1,657 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 33 min
Departure: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Arrival: OAX (16.9999008179, -96.726600647)
Route Type: Domestic
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