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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

While both sides offer stunning mountain vistas, the Left Side is the clear winner for its iconic, close-up view of Mount Hood during the final approach into Portland.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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The Berkshires

Rolling green hills and dense forests of Western Massachusetts visible shortly after departure.

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Lake Erie South Shore

Vistas of the Great Lakes coastline and the urban landscape of Cleveland and Buffalo.

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Nebraska Heartland

A mesmerizing patchwork of circular irrigation fields across the central Great Plains.

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The Rocky Mountains

A traverse over the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Continental Divide.

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Mount Hood

The definitive highlight of the flight; a spectacular view of Oregon's highest peak right before landing.

Choose the left side for the Mount Hood money shot. On afternoon flights, be prepared for some glare as the sun will be to the south, but the final descent usually provides perfect lighting for the Cascades. Keep your window shade open starting 30 minutes before arrival.

Right Side Highlights
8.3
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Adirondack Mountains

Stunning views of the vast wilderness and high peaks of Upstate New York.

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Great Lakes Traverse

Crossing over the deep blue waters of Lake Huron and northern Lake Michigan.

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Montana Badlands

Unique, rugged geological formations across the northern plains of the US.

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Bitterroot Range

Sharp, dramatic ridges along the border of Montana and Idaho.

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Mount St. Helens

The famous horseshoe-shaped crater of the 1980 eruption is often visible to the north.

The right side is excellent for avoiding direct sunlight on westbound daytime flights. It offers a great perspective of the Columbia River and the trio of volcanoes (Adams, St. Helens, and Rainier) in the distance during the descent into the Willamette Valley.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,072 km (2,530 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 47 min

Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)

Arrival: PDX (45.58869934, -122.5979996)

Route Type: Domestic

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