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CLE → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of high-altitude Rocky Mountain peaks and a dense collection of Utah's most famous national parks, culminating in a spectacular view of the Las Vegas Strip on common approach paths.
Cleveland Skyline
A clear view of Terminal Tower and the Lake Erie shoreline immediately after takeoff from Hopkins.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Jagged, snow-capped peaks including Longs Peak visible as you cross the Continental Divide.
Arches National Park
Spot the distinct red sandstone fins and the Windows Section in the Moab desert from cruising altitude.
Zion National Park
Massive cream, pink, and red sandstone cliffs that mark the edge of the Markagunt Plateau.
Valley of Fire
Bright red Aztec sandstone formations that seem to glow against the grey desert floor just north of Lake Mead.
The Las Vegas Strip
The iconic view of the world's most famous hotels and the Sphere during the final turn for landing.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for National Park enthusiasts. For the best views of the Las Vegas Strip, choose a window seat on the right as planes typically fly north of the city before turning south and west for final approach. Best viewed during 'Golden Hour' for vibrant red rock colors.
St. Louis Gateway Arch
Look for the silver sliver along the Mississippi River as you transition from the Midwest to the Great Plains.
Pikes Peak
The most famous summit of the southern Front Range, standing tall above the Colorado springs area.
Canyonlands National Park
Aerial views of the 'Island in the Sky' mesa and the winding Colorado River carving through red rock.
Hoover Dam
A stunning top-down perspective of this engineering wonder and the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the reservoir provide a stark and beautiful contrast to the surrounding Mojave Desert.
Sit behind the wing for the best view of the Grand Canyon's north rim and the Hoover Dam during the descent. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the harsh afternoon sun glare that occurs when looking south towards the desert floor.
Distance: 2,929 km (1,820 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 54 min
Departure: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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