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BOI → SAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Boise Air Terminal/Gowen Field (Boise) to San Diego International Airport (San Diego)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior experience for the iconic arrival into San Diego, featuring the shimmering Salton Sea and a world-class 'urban canyon' view of downtown skyscrapers on final approach.
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Snake River Canyon
Aerial views of the winding river and the volcanic plains of southern Idaho shortly after takeoff.
Las Vegas Strip
Depending on the exact flight path, the glittering resorts and high-rises of Vegas are often visible to the east.
Salton Sea
The massive, strangely beautiful turquoise inland sea surrounded by the harsh Colorado Desert.
San Diego Skyline
One of the most dramatic landings in the US, passing directly level with the tops of downtown office towers.
Balboa Park
Clear views of the California Tower and the lush gardens just seconds before touchdown.
Sit on the left (Port) side for the legendary approach into SAN. As the plane descends over the mountains, look for the Salton Sea. On final approach into Runway 27, you will feel like you can reach out and touch the skyscrapers of downtown. Morning flights are best to avoid the sun glare when looking east toward the desert landscapes.
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Owyhee Mountains
Rugged and remote mountain ranges stretching across the border of Idaho and Nevada.
Mojave Desert
Starkly beautiful desert landscapes featuring dry lake beds and the Joshua Tree forests of California.
Anza-Borrego
Vast stretches of badlands and canyons within California's largest state park.
Pacific Coastline
Glimpses of the ocean and Point Loma as the aircraft banks for its final alignment with the runway.
The right (Starboard) side is excellent for sunset views on evening flights south. You will see more of the remote desert wilderness of Nevada. During the final descent, this side offers views of the San Diego Zoo and the neighborhood of Hillcrest. If the marine layer is present, you'll see the fog bank rolling in from the Pacific.
Book Hotels in San DiegoDistance: 1,207 km (750 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: BOI (43.5644, -116.223)
Arrival: SAN (32.7336006165, -117.190002441)
Route Type: Domestic
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