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ABQ → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Albuquerque International Sunport (Albuquerque) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a continuous, dramatic panorama of the Southern Rocky Mountains and the high-altitude Rio Grande Rift throughout the duration of the flight.
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Sandia Mountains
Rugged granite cliffs and the Sandia Peak Tramway area visible immediately after takeoff from Albuquerque.
Sangre de Cristo Range
A stunning, narrow chain of high-altitude peaks that the flight parallels for most of the journey.
Great Sand Dunes
The tallest sand dunes in North America, nestled against the base of the mountains in the San Luis Valley.
Pikes Peak
One of Colorado's most famous 'Fourteeners', standing prominently west of Colorado Springs.
The Front Range
The transition from the high peaks to the foothills as the plane approaches the Denver metropolitan area.
Book a window seat on the left side for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the eastern faces of the Rockies. Watch for the massive volcanic crater of the Valles Caldera shortly after departure. In winter, the snow-capped peaks of the Sangre de Cristos are exceptionally photogenic. Sit forward of the wing to ensure your view of the mountains is not distorted by engine heat.
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Two prominent, isolated volcanic mountains that serve as landmarks in Southern Colorado.
Great Plains
The vast, golden expanse of the American High Plains stretching toward the eastern horizon.
Colorado Springs
The sprawling urban landscape at the foot of the mountains, visible during the descent.
DIA Jeppesen Terminal
The iconic white peaked roof of the Denver airport, designed to resemble the snow-capped Rockies.
The right side is ideal for seeing the dramatic transition between the flat plains and the rising mountains. Keep an eye out for the Spanish Peaks near the New Mexico-Colorado border. On final approach, this side often provides a clearer view of the Denver International Airport's unique architecture and the sprawling 'tents' of the main terminal.
Book Hotels in DenverDistance: 563 km (350 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: ABQ (35.040199, -106.609001)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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