The descent provides a scenic panorama of the historic city center and the Tangamanga parks, contrasting with the high-altitude desert terrain of the Altiplano.
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the stunning contrast between the deep blue Sea of Cortez and the rugged, pine-covered peaks of the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range.
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the turquoise Mayan Riviera coastline upon departure, followed by potential distant sightings of the high volcanic peaks of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt and the rugged ridges of the Sierra Madre Oriental.
The right side is significantly more scenic as it passes directly by the Monterrey metropolitan area and its iconic mountain peaks before descending into the high plateau.
The right side is superior for this short hop as it provides a direct view of the ancient TeotihuacΓ‘n pyramids shortly after takeoff and the massive PeΓ±a de Bernal monolith mid-flight.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Gulf Coast during departure and the dramatic, lush eastern escarpment of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains during the descent into San Luis Potosi.
The right side provides an excellent view of the transition from the lush Texas Hill Country into the stark beauty of the Mexican Altiplano.