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TRC → MEX
Which side of the plane to sit from Francisco Sarabia International Airport (Torreon) to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (Mexico City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the high-altitude volcanoes and the sprawling urban density of Mexico City, including the financial district and Chapultepec Park, during the standard approach into the valley.
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Zacatecas Highlands
Rugged high-altitude terrain near the historic silver-mining region of central Mexico.
The Bajío Region
Aerial views of the fertile valleys and growing industrial centers of Guanajuato and Querétaro.
Nevado de Toluca
A close-up view of the massive extinct volcano with its distinct crater as the aircraft enters the Valley of Mexico.
CDMX Skyline
Incredible views of the Paseo de la Reforma skyscrapers, Chapultepec Park, and the immense urban sprawl during the final turn to land.
The right side is best for witnessing the sheer scale of Mexico City. During the final approach (usually from the north/northwest), this side looks directly over the heart of the city. Sunset flights provide a stunning golden glow over the volcanic peaks.
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Chihuahuan Desert
Vast stretches of arid, rugged landscapes and unique geological basins typical of northern Mexico shortly after departure.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Distant views of the dramatic mountain range that borders the eastern edge of the Mexican Altiplano.
Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
On clear days, the iconic snow-capped 'Smoking Mountain' and 'Sleeping Woman' volcanoes appear to the southeast during the final descent.
Lake Texcoco Basin
Views of the ancient dry lake bed and the newer infrastructure developments on the eastern edge of the capital.
Choose this side if your primary goal is to see the twin volcanoes Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl. Morning flights are highly recommended to avoid the typical afternoon haze and smog that can obscure these peaks.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 814 km (506 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: TRC (25.568300247199996, -103.411003113)
Arrival: MEX (19.4363, -99.072098)
Route Type: Domestic
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