When landing at Abraham Gonzalez International (CJS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Most approaches to CJS come from the north or northeast, giving right-side passengers clear views of the Rio Grande valley and the dramatic transition from the Franklin Mountains to the flat desert basin where the airport sits. You'll see the river's serpentine path and the stark contrast between El Paso's urban sprawl to the north and Ciudad Juárez's development to the south. Notable sights include: Rio Grande (northern approach), Franklin Mountains (north/northeast), El Paso urban area (north), Chihuahuan Desert basin (south and west).

Arriving at Abraham Gonzalez International in Ciudad Juarez, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Rio Grande (northern approach), Franklin Mountains (north/northeast), El Paso urban area (north), Chihuahuan Desert basin (south and west). Most approaches to CJS come from the north or northeast, giving right-side passengers clear views of the Rio Grande valley and the dramatic transition from the Franklin Mountains to the flat desert basin where the airport sits. You'll see the river's serpentine path and the stark contrast between El Paso's urban sprawl to the north and Ciudad Juárez's development to the south.

The best window seat landing at Abraham Gonzalez International (CJS) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Ciudad Juarez (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.