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DEN → FCA
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Glacier Park International Airport (Kalispell)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled panorama of the most iconic mountain ranges in the lower 48 states, including the Tetons and the thermal wonders of Yellowstone.
The Front Range
Immediate views of Longs Peak and the snow-capped mountains of Rocky Mountain National Park shortly after takeoff from Denver.
Wind River Range
Stunning views of Wyoming's highest and most rugged peaks, including Gannett Peak, approximately 45 minutes into the flight.
Yellowstone National Park
Aerial perspective of Yellowstone Lake and the steaming thermal basins of the world's first national park.
Grand Teton
The iconic jagged spires of the Teton Range are visible to the west as the flight crosses the Wyoming-Montana border.
Flathead Lake
One of the largest freshwater lakes in the US, providing a deep blue contrast to the mountains during the final approach into Kalispell.
For the most dramatic lighting on the mountains, choose a morning flight; the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Teton and Wind River peaks perfectly. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Yellowstone caldera. During the winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Continental Divide are particularly breathtaking on this side.
Denver Skyline
A clear view of the Mile High City and the sprawling Great Plains as the aircraft climbs out of DEN.
Bighorn Mountains
The isolated mountain range in northern Wyoming provides a unique contrast to the surrounding basin floor.
Bob Marshall Wilderness
Vast stretches of untouched forest and the famous 'Chinese Wall' limestone escarpment in western Montana.
Canyon Ferry Lake
A massive reservoir on the Missouri River near Helena, Montana, surrounded by rolling hills.
Mission Mountains
Dramatic, knife-edged peaks that line the approach corridor into the Flathead Valley.
The right side is ideal for passengers arriving in the late afternoon or evening, as it catches the warm 'golden hour' glow on the Mission Mountains. This side also offers a better chance to spot the distant, high peaks of Glacier National Park as you enter the Kalispell area from the south. Keep an eye out for the expansive wilderness areas of central Montana.
Distance: 1,210 km (752 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: FCA (48.31050109863281, -114.25599670410156)
Route Type: Domestic
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