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ZLO → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Playa De Oro International Airport (Manzanillo) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior vantage point for the diverse geography of the Mexican coastline, the rugged Sierra Madre Occidental, and the dramatic approach into the Los Angeles basin over the Inland Empire.
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Sierra Madre Occidental
Parallel the massive mountain range in Mexico, featuring deep canyons and high-altitude peaks that dominate the eastern horizon.
Mazatlán Cityscape
As the flight tracks north, the coastal city of Mazatlán and its famous lighthouse are often visible along the Sinaloa shore.
The Salton Sea
A striking geographic anomaly in the California desert, this massive saline lake appears as a turquoise jewel amidst the brown earth.
San Jacinto Mountains
Fly past the towering peaks of the Palm Springs area, including the 10,834-foot Mount San Jacinto.
Greater Los Angeles Basin
Experience the legendary urban sprawl of LA, including the dense grid of the Inland Empire and San Gabriel Valley during the descent.
SoFi Stadium
Moments before landing at LAX, catch a glimpse of the massive, modern architectural marvel of the Hollywood Park complex.
The right side is ideal for morning flights when the sun illuminates the mountains of Mexico and California. During the standard arrival into LAX (the RIIVR or SEAVU arrivals), the right side offers the most consistent views of the iconic California desert landmarks and the sprawling city lights of the LA basin.
Book Hotels in Los AngelesCosta Alegre Coastline
Immediately after takeoff from ZLO, enjoy stunning views of the pristine beaches and rocky coves of the Jalisco coast.
Islas Marías
Visible in the distance to the west, this archipelago was formerly a prison colony and is now a protected biosphere reserve.
Baja California Peninsula
During the mid-flight segment, look across the Gulf of California to see the rugged, arid mountains of the Baja peninsula.
Port of Long Beach
On final approach to LAX, view the massive container terminals and logistics hubs that comprise one of the world's busiest ports.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to experience a spectacular sunset over the Pacific Ocean. During the descent, this side provides a better chance to see the Southern California coastline and the Channel Islands if the aircraft follows a more westerly approach path.
Get eSIMs for Mexico
Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,141 km (1,330 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 51 min
Departure: ZLO (19.1448001862, -104.558998108)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: International
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