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ASE → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Aspen-Pitkin Co/Sardy Field (Aspen) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unbeatable sequence starting with the massive Mount Sopris at takeoff, followed by a potential view of the Las Vegas Strip, and culminating in the iconic Hollywood and Downtown LA skyline views during the final approach into LAX.
Mount Sopris
The towering 12,965-foot twin-peak mountain dominates the view during the initial climb out of Aspen.
Arches & Canyonlands
The unique geological formations and deep canyons of Southern Utah are visible shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
Las Vegas Strip
On clear days, the high-rise casinos and the Sphere are clearly visible as the plane passes over Southern Nevada.
Mojave National Preserve
A vast expanse of desert wilderness featuring cinder cones, sand dunes, and Joshua tree forests.
Hollywood & DTLA
During the standard arrival, the right side often provides views of the Hollywood Sign and the Downtown Los Angeles skyscrapers.
The right side is the 'money' side for this route. Be ready with your camera immediately upon takeoff to capture Mount Sopris. During the descent, stay alert for the Las Vegas Strip and the transition over the San Gabriel Mountains into the LA Basin for the best skyline views.
Elk Mountains
Breathtaking views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks surrounding Aspen immediately after takeoff.
Glen Canyon & Lake Powell
The brilliant blue waters of the reservoir contrast sharply with the surrounding red sandstone mesas.
Grand Canyon North Rim
A distant but expansive view of the world's most famous canyon system stretching across the horizon.
Lake Havasu
The bright blue patch of the Colorado River and the London Bridge area visible in the desert landscape.
Inland Empire
Watch the desert transform into the dense, grid-like urban sprawl of the Greater Los Angeles area.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, which provides the best lighting for photography of the Utah red rocks. This side is also excellent for spotting the North Rim of the Grand Canyon approximately 40 minutes into the flight.
Distance: 1,185 km (736 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: ASE (39.22320175, -106.8690033)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: Domestic
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