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AUS → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (Austin) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the most iconic landmarks of the Southwest, including Northern Arizona's geological wonders and a superior view of the Las Vegas Strip during the final descent.
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Texas Hill Country
Lush rolling hills and winding rivers immediately west of Austin after departure.
Meteor Crater
A massive, perfectly circular impact site visible in the Northern Arizona desert near Winslow.
Painted Desert
Striking layers of lavender, red, and orange rock formations stretching across Arizona.
San Francisco Peaks
Often snow-capped volcanic peaks near Flagstaff, standing tall over the surrounding plateau.
Grand Canyon
The southern rim and massive depth of the canyon are often visible in the distance to the north.
Las Vegas Strip
Unmatched views of the mega-resorts and the Sphere when landing from the east on Runways 26.
This is the premier side for geography enthusiasts. About 30-40 minutes before landing, keep your eyes peeled for the Meteor Crater and the vibrant colors of the Painted Desert. For the ultimate experience, book an evening flight; the sunset over the desert is spectacular, followed by the brilliant neon glow of the Las Vegas Strip as the plane maneuvers for landing.
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Chihuahuan Desert
Vast stretches of arid landscape across West Texas and Southern New Mexico.
Albuquerque
Aerial views of the Rio Grande valley and the urban sprawl of New Mexico's largest city.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the reservoir contrasted against the red desert rock during descent.
Hoover Dam
An engineering marvel visible on the Colorado River just before entering the Las Vegas basin.
Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the desert basins. On morning flights, this side will be away from the direct sun, making it easier to spot the reflection of the sun on the Rio Grande and Lake Mead. Look for the sharp contrast of the water against the dry Nevada terrain about 15 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,751 km (1,088 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 20 min
Departure: AUS (30.194499969482425, -97.6698989868164)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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