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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior perspective of the Gulf of Mexico coastline and the iconic turquoise transition as you approach the Yucatan Peninsula, often including views of Isla Mujeres on final descent.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Chihuahuan Desert

The rugged, arid landscapes of the Comarca Lagunera immediately after takeoff from Torreon.

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Sierra Madre Oriental

Aerial views of the northern ridges and folded mountains as the flight moves toward the coast.

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Gulf of Mexico Coastline

A long stretch of the emerald coastline near Tampico and the transition to open water.

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Progreso and Merida

The northern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, including the world's longest pier at Progreso.

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Isla Mujeres

A stunning view of the narrow island and its surrounding coral reefs during the final approach phase.

Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look out about 20 minutes before landing for the change from deep blue to bright turquoise water. During the approach, if the plane circles from the north, you will get a perfect view of the Cancun Hotel Zone.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Sierra de Parras

Beautiful mountain formations and high-altitude valleys shortly after leaving the Coahuila desert.

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Pico de Orizaba

On clear days, the snow-capped peak of Mexico's highest volcano may be visible in the far distance to the south.

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Port of Veracruz

The bustling maritime traffic and historical city layout along the southern Gulf curve.

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Mayan Jungle Canopy

The vast, unbroken green carpet of the Yucatan biosphere as you cross the peninsula.

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Nichupté Lagoon

The massive lagoon system that separates mainland Cancun from the hotel strip.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the jungle as you arrive. Keep an eye out for the distinctive geometric patterns of agricultural fields in the Mexican interior before reaching the dense jungle zones. Use polarized sunglasses to better see the color variations in the Caribbean reefs.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,761 km (1,094 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min

Departure: TRC (25.568300247199996, -103.411003113)

Arrival: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)

Route Type: Domestic

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