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TIJ → PVR
Which side of the plane to sit from General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (Tijuana) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (Puerto Vallarta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Sierra Madre Occidental and the colorful transition from desert to tropical landscapes.
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Sierra de San Pedro Mártir
High-altitude peaks including Picacho del Diablo, the highest point in Baja California.
Sonoran Coastline
The stark contrast where the arid desert meets the turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez.
Sierra Madre Occidental
Spectacular views of the rugged mountain range that defines the landscape of western Mexico.
Mazatlán
Clear views of the historic harbor and the long coastline of this iconic coastal city.
Book an early morning flight to capture the sun rising over the Sierra Madre mountains. The high-altitude visibility is usually best before midday moisture builds up over the range.
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Baja Peninsula Coast
Beautiful views of the rugged Pacific cliffs and beaches during the initial climb out of Tijuana.
Gulf Islands
Unique volcanic islands and archipelagos scattered throughout the deep blue Sea of Cortez.
Riviera Nayarit
Lush green jungle landscapes and luxury coastal developments as you fly south toward PVR.
Banderas Bay
An incredible sweeping view of the entire bay and Puerto Vallarta's hotel zone on the final descent.
For sunset flights, this is the side to be on for views over the Pacific. During the descent into Puerto Vallarta, keep your eyes peeled for whale sightings in Banderas Bay if traveling between December and March.
Book Hotels in Puerto VallartaDistance: 1,757 km (1,092 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: TIJ (32.541099548339844, -116.97000122070312)
Arrival: PVR (20.680099487304688, -105.25399780273438)
Route Type: Domestic
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