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CVG → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side (Starboard) is generally superior for this westward route, offering potential views of the St. Louis Arch, the dramatic rise of the Colorado Rockies, the red rock canyons of Utah, and the most iconic approach over Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam into Las Vegas.
St. Louis Gateway Arch
Keep a sharp eye out shortly after departure to spot the iconic silver arch on the banks of the Mississippi.
Rocky Mountain Front Range
A spectacular transition as the flat plains suddenly give way to the snow-capped peaks of the Colorado Rockies.
Canyonlands & Arches
Fly over the stunning red sandstone formations and deep river canyons of eastern Utah.
Lake Mead
The massive blue reservoir provides a stark contrast to the surrounding desert as you approach Nevada.
Hoover Dam
Often visible on the final approach into LAS, this engineering marvel sits at the Nevada-Arizona border.
The right side is essential for the best approach views of the Las Vegas valley. During sunset flights, the mountains of Utah and Nevada glow with vibrant reds and oranges. Ensure you have a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze distorting your view of the Rockies.
Mississippi River Crossing
Early in the flight, watch for the winding Mississippi River which marks the border between Illinois and Missouri.
The Ozarks
Aerial views of the rolling hills and dense forests of the Ozark Plateau in southern Missouri.
High Desert Mesas
As you cross New Mexico and Arizona, the landscape transforms into striking flat-top mesas and colorful desert floor.
Barringer Meteor Crater
On southern flight paths, this nearly mile-wide impact crater is visible in the Arizona desert near Winslow.
Grand Canyon South Rim
Dramatic views of the canyon's edge and the painted desert of Northern Arizona shortly before beginning the descent.
Choose the left side for better lighting during morning flights, as the sun will be behind you. Look for the distinct circular irrigation patterns over Kansas and Oklahoma which create a massive geometric quilt across the earth.
Distance: 2,694 km (1,674 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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