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ATL → ELP
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to El Paso International Airport (El Paso)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the lush Southeast to the rugged West Texas landscape, including a prime view of the highest point in Texas, Guadalupe Peak.
Atlanta Skyline
Panoramic views of downtown Atlanta and the Mercedes-Benz Stadium immediately after departure.
The Mississippi River
The massive, meandering loops of the river near the border of Mississippi and Louisiana.
DFW Metroplex
The expansive sprawl of Dallas and Fort Worth is often visible to the north during the mid-flight cruise.
West Texas Wind Farms
Thousands of white turbines dotting the landscape near Abilene and Sweetwater.
Guadalupe Mountains
Breathtaking views of Guadalupe Peak, the highest point in Texas, rising sharply from the desert floor.
Salt Flat
The stark, bright white basins of the Salt Flat area just east of the Hueco Mountains before landing.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain spotting. Aim for an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the western faces of the Guadalupe Mountains. Ensure you are seated behind the wing for a clear view of the dramatic descent over the Chihuahuan Desert.
Stone Mountain
A massive granite monadnock visible shortly after takeoff if the flight path tracks southeast of Atlanta.
Mississippi Delta
Rich agricultural patterns and winding bayous visible as you cross the Mississippi River.
Pecos River Canyons
Deeply carved riverbeds cutting through the arid West Texas scrubland.
Davis Mountains
The silhouette of ancient volcanic peaks appearing on the horizon to the south.
Rio Grande & Border
The winding river marking the international boundary between the United States and Mexico during descent.
Sit on this side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. During the final approach into El Paso, you will get a clear look at the sprawling urban density of Ciudad Juarez across the border.
Distance: 2,060 km (1,280 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 45 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: ELP (31.80719948, -106.37799840000002)
Route Type: Domestic
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