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Which side of the plane to sit from Phoenix-Mesa-Gateway Airport (Mesa) to Tri Cities Airport (Pasco)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled sequence of iconic American landscapes, including the red rocks of Sedona, the towering San Francisco Peaks, the dramatic Wasatch Range, and the volcanic features of Idaho before descending into the Columbia Basin.

Right Side Highlights
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Sedona Red Rocks

Vibrant crimson sandstone formations and the Mogollon Rim shortly after departure from AZA.

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San Francisco Peaks

The dormant volcano and snow-capped Humphreys Peak standing tall above Flagstaff.

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Wasatch Range

Breathtaking views of the high peaks stretching from Salt Lake City into northern Utah.

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Craters of the Moon

Unique, stark black basalt lava fields visible in the heart of the Idaho Snake River Plain.

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Blue Mountains

Rolling forested ridges that mark the final transition into the Columbia River Basin.

The right side is superior for morning flights as the sun illuminates the red rocks and mountain ranges. Watch for the dramatic change from the desert floor to the high alpine peaks of Utah. In winter, the snow-covered Wasatch Range is a major highlight that shouldn't be missed.

Left Side Highlights
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Grand Canyon West

Stunning vistas of the Colorado River carving through the western end of the canyon plateau.

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Snake River Canyon

Deep basalt canyons and winding river bends visible as the flight traverses southern Idaho.

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Boise National Forest

Dense evergreen forests and the rugged edges of the Sawtooth range in the distance.

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Steens Mountain

The massive fault-block mountain rising from the Oregon desert on clear days.

Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Oregon high desert. This side offers better views of the Mojave desert transition and the deep blue of the Snake River during mid-flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,574 km (978 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min

Departure: AZA (33.30780029, -111.6549988)

Arrival: PSC (46.26470184326172, -119.11900329589844)

Route Type: Domestic

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