About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from General Mariano Escobedo International (MTY) to De Guanajuato International (BJX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Monterrey to Del Bajio. The takeoff climb provides superior scenic value with the dramatic Sierra Madre Oriental as a dominant feature. While the landing approach offers interesting plateau and foothill views, the mountain scenery during departure from Monterrey is more visually striking and geographically distinctive.
What can I see during takeoff from General Mariano Escobedo International in Monterrey?
During takeoff from General Mariano Escobedo International (MTY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Sierra Madre Oriental as the aircraft climbs southwestward from Monterrey. The mountain range rises dramatically to the west and southwest of the airport, creating a striking backdrop during initial climb. Notable sights include: Sierra Madre Oriental (western escarpment), Barrio Antiguo district of Monterrey (below during climb-out), Cerro de la Silla (iconic saddle-shaped peak visible to the southwest at distance).
What can I see when landing at De Guanajuato International in Del Bajio?
When landing at De Guanajuato International (BJX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Bajío plateau and surrounding highlands during descent into Guanajuato. The terrain transitions from high desert to the distinctive rolling agricultural landscape and mining-region topography characteristic of the approach corridor. Notable sights include: Bajío plateau (broad elevated plain), Sierra de Guanajuato foothills (eastern approach), León city (visible to the northwest during descent), mining-scarred hillsides and colonial-era terrain around Guanajuato proper.
How long is the flight from Monterrey to Del Bajio?
The flight from General Mariano Escobedo International (MTY) to De Guanajuato International (BJX) takes 1h 15m.
What does the Monterrey to Del Bajio flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the high interior plateau of central Mexico, passing over the transition zone between the Sierra Madre Oriental foothills and the Bajío plateau. Notable features include the San Luis Potosí highlands to the south and the gradual descent into the Guanajuato mining region. The terrain shifts from forested mountain slopes to semi-arid plateau with scattered agricultural development.