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BFL → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Meadows Field (Bakersfield) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides provide world-class mountain scenery, the right side offers a superior view of the deep red rock canyons of Southern Utah and the highest concentration of 14,000-foot peaks in the Colorado Rockies.
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Death Valley Vistas
Views of the salt pans and the Panamint Range to the south during the climb to cruising altitude.
Canyonlands and Moab
Spectacular red rock formations and the winding Colorado River as you cross into Utah.
Arches Geology
The unique sandstone fins and erosion patterns of the high desert plateau in Southern Utah.
The 14ers
Direct views of the highest peaks in the Rockies, including Mount Elbert and the Collegiate Peaks.
Front Range Transition
The dramatic drop where the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains and the sprawling Denver metro area.
The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon or sunset flights, as the 'Golden Hour' light intensifies the red hues of the Utah canyons. Look for the Continental Divide as you cross into Colorado; the terrain becomes significantly more rugged and snow-capped here.
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Breathtaking views of the jagged peaks and glacial lakes of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks shortly after takeoff.
Great Basin Ridges
The 'basin and range' topography of Nevada, featuring perfectly parallel mountain chains separated by arid valleys.
Wasatch Range
The dramatic wall of mountains that marks the eastern edge of the Great Basin near the Utah-Colorado border.
Northern Ski Country
Bird's-eye views of Steamboat Springs and the rugged Park Range in Northern Colorado.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Distant views of Longs Peak and the alpine tundra as the plane begins its descent into Denver.
Sit on the left side for morning flights to enjoy the Sierra Nevada with the sun behind you, illuminating the granite faces. This side also avoids the harsh southern sun during mid-day travel, making it easier to take photos of the Great Basin ridges.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,357 km (843 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: BFL (35.43360138, -119.0569992)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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