At General Abelardo L Rodriguez International in Tijuana: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Tijuana River estuary and wetlands (immediate right), San Diego Bay in the distance (right), US-Mexico border fence and checkpoint facilities (right), Pacific Ocean horizon (right).

When taking off from General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. TIJ's primary runways (09L/27R and 09R/27L) typically depart westbound over the Pacific. From the right side, you'll see the Tijuana River valley and the US-Mexico border infrastructure clearly as you climb. The left side faces inland toward urban sprawl with less distinctive geography. Notable sights include: Tijuana River estuary and wetlands (immediate right), San Diego Bay in the distance (right), US-Mexico border fence and checkpoint facilities (right), Pacific Ocean horizon (right).

When landing at General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Tijuana's primary runway 09/27 typically uses 09 for landing when winds permit, meaning you'll approach from the east over the city. The left side gives you views of downtown Tijuana, the Tijuana River valley, and the US-Mexico border fence running north-south. You'll also see the San Diego area across the border as you descend. Notable sights include: Downtown Tijuana urban grid, Tijuana River (dry riverbed running north-south), US-Mexico border barrier/fence, San Ysidro/San Diego sprawl across the international boundary.

The best window seat at General Abelardo L Rodriguez International (TIJ) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Tijuana (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.