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CVG → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic high peaks of the Colorado Rockies and the vibrant red rock formations of Utah's national parks.
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Great Plains
The mesmerizing geometric patterns of circular irrigation fields across Kansas and Eastern Colorado.
Colorado Rockies
Direct views of the highest peaks in the Front Range, often covered in snow well into the summer.
Canyonlands
The striking red rock formations and deep plateaus of Southern Utah's national park country.
Mojave Desert
Vast stretches of arid wilderness featuring the Kelso Dunes and volcanic cinder cones.
San Gabriel Mountains
The rugged mountain wall that separates the Mojave Desert from the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
The right side is ideal for morning or afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare while viewing the Rockies. Look out for the surreal red landscapes over Utah roughly 3.5 hours into the flight. For the best photography, ensure your window is clean as the desert light can be very intense.
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Gateway Arch
A potential view of the St. Louis skyline and the iconic silver arch as you cross the Mississippi River.
Sangre de Cristo Range
Snow-capped peaks in Southern Colorado and the hidden expanse of the Great Sand Dunes.
Grand Canyon
A distant but majestic view of the North Rim's intricate geological layers and deep chasms.
Lake Mead
The deep blue reservoir formed by the Hoover Dam, starkly contrasted against the surrounding desert.
Downtown LA
Dramatic views of the Los Angeles skyscrapers during the final stages of the approach into LAX.
Sit on the left for the best chance of spotting the Grand Canyon's northern edge. During night flights, this side often catches the glowing neon of the Las Vegas strip to the south. Choose a window seat behind the wing to capture the full scale of the LA basin during descent.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 3,051 km (1,896 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 35 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: Domestic
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