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ANC → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Alaskan glacial fields, the jagged peaks of the Cascade Range, and the most frequent sightings of the Grand Canyon on the descent into Arizona.
Chugach Mountains
Incredible views of snow-capped peaks and glaciers immediately after departing Anchorage.
Juneau Icefield
A massive expanse of ice and rock visible as you transit over the Alaska Panhandle.
Cascade Volcanoes
Stunning views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Adams towering above the clouds in the Pacific Northwest.
Great Basin
High-altitude views of the Nevada desert's unique 'basin and range' topography.
Grand Canyon
A potential view of the North and South Rims as the flight path begins its descent into Phoenix.
McDowell Mountains
Sharp desert peaks and the scenic Scottsdale area during the final approach phase.
For the best photography, sit several rows behind the wing to keep the engine out of your shot. The first 60 to 90 minutes of the flight offer the most intense glacial scenery. During winter months, morning flights catch the sunrise reflecting off the snow-covered peaks.
Cook Inlet
Sweeping views of the water and the distant Aleutian Range volcanoes upon departure.
Inside Passage
A bird's-eye view of the dense islands and deep fjords of the British Columbia coast.
Vancouver Island
The rugged west coast of Canada often appears as a sequence of forested ridges and inlets.
Olympic Mountains
The distinct, isolated peaks of the Olympic Peninsula are often visible across the sound.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the Colorado River reservoir contrasting with the red desert floor.
West Valley
Views of the Phoenix West Valley including the White Tank Mountains during landing.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific horizon. Glare can be significant in the afternoon, so keep your window shade partially closed until you see a landmark. Watch for the distinct 'V' shape of the Inside Passage waterways.
Distance: 4,101 km (2,548 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 49 min
Departure: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: Domestic
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