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BIS → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Bismarck Municipal Airport (Bismarck) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior sequence of dramatic landscapes, including the Bighorn Mountains and Zion National Park, culminating in the iconic aerial view of the Las Vegas Strip upon arrival.
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Badlands
The rugged, striped buttes and eroded pinnacles of the Dakota Badlands are visible early in the flight.
Bighorn Mountains
Majestic Wyoming peaks that often remain snow-capped well into the summer months.
Zion National Park
Aerial perspective of the deep red Navajo Sandstone canyons and towering cliffs of southern Utah.
Las Vegas Strip
The ultimate view of the Sphere, High Roller, and iconic casino skylines during the final descent.
The right side is essential for the classic 'Vegas' arrival; the Strip is most frequently visible from this side on the standard approach to runways 26L or 26R. On late afternoon flights, you will experience a spectacular sunset over the high desert, but be prepared for some glare.
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Missouri River
Visible immediately after takeoff, the river's winding path carves through the North Dakota landscape.
Black Hills
The dark, forested peaks of western South Dakota emerge as a stark contrast to the surrounding plains.
Lake Powell
A stunning view of the turquoise water winding through the red rock canyons of the Glen Canyon area.
Grand Canyon
Sweeping views of the North Rim's vast erosion patterns as the flight nears the Nevada border.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side is ideal for spotting the deep blues of Lake Powell and the northern expanses of the Grand Canyon. Watch the ground closely about 40 minutes before landing for the most dramatic geological transitions.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,685 km (1,047 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: BIS (46.77270126342773, -100.74600219726562)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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