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VER → MTY
Which side of the plane to sit from General Heriberto Jara International Airport (Vera Cruz) to General Mariano Escobedo International Airport (Monterrey)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning parallel view of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range and the most iconic views of Monterrey's landmarks during the descent.
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Pico de Orizaba
On clear days, Mexico's highest peak is visible to the southwest shortly after takeoff from Veracruz.
Sierra Madre Oriental
Continuous views of the rugged mountain peaks and deep valleys that define the geography of eastern Mexico.
Xalapa
The hilly capital of Veracruz state often peeks through the clouds nestled in the mountain foothills.
Presa Vicente Guerrero
One of Mexico's largest reservoirs, appearing as a massive blue expanse amidst the Tamaulipas landscape.
Cerro de la Silla
The iconic saddle-shaped mountain of Monterrey is best viewed from the left on the standard approach into MTY.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the mountains. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for the best angle of Cerro de la Silla. Look for the contrast between the green Veracruz forests and the arid northern scrubland as you cross the Tropic of Cancer.
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Port of Veracruz
Immediate views of the historic harbor, San Juan de Ulúa fortress, and the Gulf of Mexico reefs after takeoff.
Costa Esmeralda
The emerald green waters of the Veracruz coastline visible during the initial climb north.
Tampico & Madero
Views of the Pánuco River mouth and the industrial/port complex shared between the two cities.
Laguna de Tamiahua
A vast coastal lagoon known for its unique shape and many small islands.
Apodaca Industrial Park
A massive view of Monterrey's economic engine and manufacturing hubs just before touchdown.
Sit on the right side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico. This side is ideal if you want to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun. Watch for the change in soil color from dark tropical tones to the pale, dusty earth of the northern deserts.
Book Hotels in MonterreyDistance: 840 km (522 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: VER (19.145900726300003, -96.1873016357)
Arrival: MTY (25.7784996033, -100.107002258)
Route Type: Domestic
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