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YEG → PVR
Which side of the plane to sit from Edmonton International Airport (Edmonton) to Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (Puerto Vallarta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides a superior scenic experience, specifically for the breathtaking transition from the desert landscapes of the US Southwest to the turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez and the final dramatic approach into Banderas Bay.
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Columbia Plateau
The unique geometric patterns of the volcanic and agricultural landscapes across Idaho and Oregon.
Las Vegas & Lake Mead
Bright blue water of the reservoir and the sprawling desert city often visible during the mid-flight segment.
Sea of Cortez
A stunning stretch of flight over the Gulf of California where deep blue water meets the rugged desert coastline of Sonora.
Banderas Bay
The primary highlight: a low-altitude sweep over the Pacific Ocean and the lush, green mountains surrounding Puerto Vallarta during arrival.
This is the 'sunset side' for afternoon flights, offering incredible golden hour views over the Pacific. Choose a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastline during the final descent into PVR, as the plane typically makes a left-hand turn into the bay for landing.
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Canadian Rockies
Spectacular views of the Banff and Jasper mountain ranges shortly after reaching cruising altitude south of Edmonton.
Glacier National Park
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park along the Alberta-Montana border.
Great Salt Lake
Observation of the distinct color variations and salt crusts of Utah's massive inland sea.
Grand Canyon
Aerial perspective of the eastern rim and the deep, winding red rock gorges carved by the Colorado River.
Sierra Madre Occidental
The rugged and remote mountain terrain of mainland Mexico, featuring deep canyons and high plateaus.
Sit on the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is excellent for photography of the mountain ranges throughout the first half of the trip. Look for the contrast between the high-altitude forests of the Rockies and the arid deserts of the American Southwest.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 3,697 km (2,297 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 21 min
Departure: YEG (53.3097000122, -113.580001831)
Arrival: PVR (20.680099487304688, -105.25399780273438)
Route Type: International
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