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BUR → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Bob Hope Airport (Burbank) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic San Jacinto mountain face, Joshua Tree National Park, and typically provides the best views of the Phoenix metropolitan sprawl and downtown skyline upon arrival.
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Inland Empire
A bird's-eye view of the sprawling suburban grid stretching toward the base of the mountains.
San Jacinto Peak
A spectacular view of the nearly 11,000-foot peak towering over the desert floor near Palm Springs.
Joshua Tree
The northern boundaries of the National Park showcasing unique rock formations and desert plateaus.
Phoenix City Skyline
As the plane banks for landing, enjoy views of downtown Phoenix, South Mountain, and the Salt River bed.
The right side is best for morning flights as the sun illuminates the desert mountains from the south. Keep an eye out for the Salton Sea visible on the distant horizon to the south. During approach into PHX, this side frequently offers a clear view of the stadium and downtown skyscrapers.
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San Gabriel Mountains
Immediate views of Mount Wilson and the rugged peaks north of the Los Angeles basin shortly after takeoff.
Mojave Desert
Vast stretches of high desert landscape featuring geometric dry lake beds and unique geological folds.
Lake Havasu
The striking blue contrast of the Colorado River and Lake Havasu cutting through the arid desert floor.
Prescott National Forest
Transition from desert to high-altitude pine forests and craggy mountainous terrain in central Arizona.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to minimize direct sun glare and heat. In winter, look for snow-capped peaks in the San Bernardino range. This side is ideal for spotting the transition from the California coast to the Arizona highlands.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 592 km (368 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: BUR (34.200698852539055, -118.35900115966795)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: Domestic
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