San Jose Del Cabo to Los Angeles is 912 miles (1,468 km), a flight of about 2 hours 35 minutes.
The right side offers a consistent narrative of coastline, desert mountains, and finally the Los Angeles skyline, while the left side spends most of the flight over open Pacific water with little variation.
Flight Path
Baja California peninsula's Pacific coastline, Vizcaino desert, and the open Pacific Ocean west of the Baja mountains before the route rejoins the Southern California coast near San Diego
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Takeoff from SJD
RIGHTDeparting SJD on runway 34, the right side faces east toward the Sea of Cortez and the Los Cabos resort coastline, including the marina and rock arches near Cabo San Lucas. The left side only shows the dry desert hills of the interior with little contrast.
Landing at LAX
RIGHTOn the typical west-flow approach into LAX, the aircraft crosses the Los Angeles basin before turning to land westbound, and the right side faces north toward the downtown skyline, Hollywood Hills, and San Gabriel Mountains. The left side mostly shows flat suburban sprawl toward the ocean with less distinctive scenery.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Los Cabos International (SJD) to Los Angeles International (LAX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from San Jose Del Cabo to Los Angeles. The right side offers a consistent narrative of coastline, desert mountains, and finally the Los Angeles skyline, while the left side spends most of the flight over open Pacific water with little variation.
What can I see during takeoff from Los Cabos International in San Jose Del Cabo?
During takeoff from Los Cabos International (SJD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing SJD on runway 34, the right side faces east toward the Sea of Cortez and the Los Cabos resort coastline, including the marina and rock arches near Cabo San Lucas. The left side only shows the dry desert hills of the interior with little contrast. Notable sights include: Sea of Cortez, Cabo San Lucas marina and coastline, Sierra de la Laguna foothills.
What can I see when landing at Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?
When landing at Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the typical west-flow approach into LAX, the aircraft crosses the Los Angeles basin before turning to land westbound, and the right side faces north toward the downtown skyline, Hollywood Hills, and San Gabriel Mountains. The left side mostly shows flat suburban sprawl toward the ocean with less distinctive scenery. Notable sights include: Downtown Los Angeles skyline, Hollywood Hills, San Gabriel Mountains, Santa Monica Bay in the distance.
How long is the flight from San Jose Del Cabo to Los Angeles?
The flight from Los Cabos International (SJD) to Los Angeles International (LAX) takes about 2 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 912 miles (1,468 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the San Jose Del Cabo to Los Angeles flight path pass over?
Baja California peninsula's Pacific coastline, Vizcaino desert, and the open Pacific Ocean west of the Baja mountains before the route rejoins the Southern California coast near San Diego