AUS → LGB

West Texas Mesas

Dramatic flat-topped hills and canyons that define the transition from the Hill Country to the high plains.

New Mexico Plateaus

Stunning vistas of the high-altitude desert and volcanic remnants scattered across the landscape.

Arizona Canyons

View the northern ridges and deep arroyos that feed into the Colorado River system.

Joshua Tree National Park

Recognizable desert terrain featuring the iconic twisted trees and massive granite boulders from above.

San Bernardino Mountains

Snow-capped peaks in winter that provide a stark vertical contrast to the desert floor below.

Los Angeles Basin

A sprawling view of the urban grid, including the Inland Empire and distant glimpses of the LA skyline.

Rio Grande Valley

The winding river border between the United States and Mexico is visible shortly after leaving Texas.

Sonoran Desert

Expansive views of the rugged Southern Arizona desert landscape characterized by unique rock formations.

Salton Sea

A massive, shimmering saline lake in the California desert that stands out sharply against the arid terrain.

San Jacinto Peak

The towering 10,834-foot peak near Palm Springs often appears just off the left wing during the descent.

Pacific Coastline

If the flight approaches from the south, you will see the shimmering waters of the Pacific Ocean near Orange County.