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ATL → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic shift from the green Ozarks to the red canyons of Texas and the colorful mesas of New Mexico, finishing with an iconic view of Camelback Mountain during the Phoenix approach.
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Ozark National Forest
Lush green rolling hills and river valleys visible during the first portion of the flight over Arkansas.
Palo Duro Canyon
Known as the Grand Canyon of Texas, this striking red rock formation is visible near Amarillo.
New Mexico Mesas
Stunning volcanic plateaus and flat-topped mesas near the Albuquerque area.
Painted Desert Fringe
Distant, colorful bands of earth on the northern horizon as the plane crosses into Arizona.
Scottsdale and Camelback
Premium views of the Phoenix sprawl, featuring the distinctive profile of Camelback Mountain.
The right side is preferred for photographers because it faces north, providing consistent indirect lighting without the sun's glare. Watch for the dramatic color shift from green forests to deep red canyons near the flight's midpoint, and keep your camera ready for the Camelback Mountain fly-by just minutes before landing.
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Mississippi River
A majestic view of the winding river near the Arkansas border, signifying the start of the western journey.
North Texas Wind Farms
Massive clusters of white wind turbines dotting the landscape across the Texas Panhandle.
White Sands Vista
On clear days, the distant shimmering white gypsum dunes of southern New Mexico are visible to the south.
Superstition Mountains
Jagged, iconic mountain ranges that mark the final approach into the Salt River Valley.
Sonoran Desert Floor
A vast expanse of saguaro-filled desert terrain as the plane descends into the Phoenix metro area.
Choose the left side for a spectacular view of the rugged Superstition Mountains during the descent. However, since this side faces south, midday flights can suffer from intense glare; consider an early morning or late afternoon flight to catch the desert in soft golden light.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,549 km (1,584 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 24 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: Domestic
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