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DAY → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from James M Cox Dayton International Airport (Dayton) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Rocky Mountains' Front Range and Longs Peak during the descent into Denver, providing a dramatic finale to the flight.
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Missouri River Meanders
Observe the sweeping curves and sandbars of the river as it flows through the heartland.
Agricultural Grids
The perfect square-mile sections of the American Midwest create a stunning geometric patchwork.
Longs Peak
The dominant 14er of the northern Front Range is a spectacular sight during the Denver approach.
Front Range Panorama
A breathtaking wall of mountains rising abruptly from the flat plains of eastern Colorado.
DEN Runway Design
The unique pinwheel layout of Denver International Airport is clearly visible as you circle to land.
The right side is the 'money' side for the Denver arrival; choose a seat forward of the wing to get an unobstructed view of the Rocky Mountains. For morning flights, the sun is behind you, perfectly lighting the peaks for photography.
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Indianapolis Metro
View the radial urban layout of Indiana's capital shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
St. Louis Gateway Arch
The iconic 630-foot monument is often visible as you cross the Mississippi River.
Kansas City Skyline
Look for the dense downtown cluster and the winding Missouri River near the Kansas-Missouri border.
Flint Hills
A rare look at the unplowed tallgrass prairie of Kansas, showing unique textures from above.
Pikes Peak
As you begin your final descent, this famous 14,115-foot peak appears to the southwest.
Sit on the left to see the St. Louis Arch clearly around 50 minutes after takeoff. During afternoon flights, this side is shaded from the harsh westward sun, making it better for viewing ground details without glare.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,741 km (1,082 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: DAY (39.90240097045898, -84.21939849853516)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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