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COS → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (Colorado Springs) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled sequence of landmarks starting with a close-up of Pikes Peak, followed by the dramatic red rock canyons of Utah, and typically the best view of the Las Vegas Strip upon arrival.
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Pikes Peak
America's Mountain is visible almost immediately after takeoff from COS, dominating the western horizon.
Canyonlands National Park
Observe the intricate maze of canyons carved by the Colorado and Green Rivers in southeastern Utah.
Zion National Park
As the plane begins its descent, look for the towering white and pink Navajo Sandstone cliffs of Zion.
The Las Vegas Strip
Most landing patterns into LAS from the east circle the city, providing a spectacular view of the casinos and the Sphere.
The right side is the 'scenic winner' for this route. Early morning flights are ideal as the sun will illuminate the red rocks of Utah to your north. For the best view of the Las Vegas Strip, look out during the final 10 minutes of the flight; most arrivals loop north of the city, placing the skyline perfectly in your window. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the canyons.
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Sangre de Cristo Range
A dramatic and narrow mountain range with several peaks exceeding 14,000 feet visible shortly after takeoff.
Great Sand Dunes
The tallest dunes in North America appearing as a golden patch nestled against the base of the mountains.
Lake Mead
The massive reservoir on the Colorado River provides a brilliant blue contrast to the surrounding desert on descent.
Hoover Dam
A bird's-eye view of the historic concrete arch-gravity dam located in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River.
Sit on the left for the best views of the San Juan Mountains and the southern edge of the Colorado Plateau. During the final approach into LAS, the left side is usually the only way to spot the Hoover Dam. For mid-day flights, the sun will be on this side, so keep your window shade down when not spotting landmarks to avoid the heat and glare.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 970 km (603 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: COS (38.805801, -104.700996)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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