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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the dramatic geological formations of the American Southwest, including the Colorado Plateau and distant views of the Grand Canyon, followed by a majestic descent over the San Gabriel Mountains.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Ozark Plateau

Rolling hills and dense forest canopies stretching across the horizon in the early part of the flight.

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Painted Desert

Vibrant hues of red and orange rock formations visible as the flight traverses Northern Arizona.

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Grand Canyon

Depending on the specific flight path, the south rim of this natural wonder is often visible to the north.

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Lake Mead

The deep blue waters of the reservoir contrasted against the stark, jagged desert terrain near Nevada.

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San Gabriel Mountains

The rugged mountain wall that separates the Mojave Desert from the Los Angeles metropolitan area.

The right side is ideal for morning and midday flights to maximize visibility of the Grand Canyon and Mojave Desert landscapes. Keep your camera ready as the plane enters the Los Angeles basin, as the transition from desert to dense urban sprawl over the mountains is visually stunning.

Left Side Highlights
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Mississippi River

Witness the massive scale of America's primary waterway as you cross the border into Arkansas.

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Sonoran Desert

Expansive views of the arid Arizona landscape with unique geological ripples and dry washes.

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Salton Sea

A striking view of California's largest lake, appearing as a blue oasis in the harsh desert.

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San Jacinto Peak

A close-up view of the towering 10,834-foot mountain overlooking the Palm Springs area.

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Newport Beach

If the flight patterns require a coastal loop, you will see the Pacific shoreline before landing.

Sit on the left for softer lighting during late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is particularly good for spotting the Salton Sea and the dramatic elevation change of the San Jacinto Mountains just before the descent into the Los Angeles basin begins.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,081 km (1,914 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 37 min

Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)

Arrival: SNA (33.67570114, -117.8679962)

Route Type: Domestic

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