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DENAUS

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular departure view of the Rocky Mountain Front Range and a scenic arrival over the Texas Hill Country and Austin's lake system.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Front Range Rockies

Unrivaled views of the snow-capped Continental Divide and Pikes Peak during the initial climb south.

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Palo Duro Canyon

Possible glimpses of the 'Grand Canyon of Texas' with its distinct red rock formations near Amarillo.

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Lake Travis

The winding, serpentine shape of the Colorado River and Lake Travis as the flight enters the Hill Country.

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Austin Skyline

A clear view of the rapidly growing downtown Austin skyline during the final approach into AUS.

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Texas Hill Country

The lush, rolling green terrain that defines the geography west of the Balcones Escarpment.

The right side is the clear winner for scenery. Sit here for sunset views on evening flights. On arrival, watch for the distinct transition from the flat plains to the rugged Hill Country terrain about 20 minutes before landing.

Left Side Highlights
6.8
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Denver Skyline

Aerial perspective of downtown Denver and the Mile High Stadium shortly after takeoff from DEN.

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Geometric Plains

The intricate patchwork of circular center-pivot irrigation fields across Eastern Colorado and Kansas.

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The I-35 Corridor

Tracing the major transit artery connecting the Texas 'Triangle' cities from a high altitude.

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North Texas Metro

Distant views of the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex as you cross into the heart of Texas.

Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy a sunrise over the Great Plains. It is also the better side for viewing the lights of the North Texas cities during night flights.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,249 km (776 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min

Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)

Arrival: AUS (30.194499969482425, -97.6698989868164)

Route Type: Domestic

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