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DEN → GJT
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Grand Junction Regional Airport (Grand Junction)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled vantage point for viewing the highest peaks in the Continental United States, including the dense cluster of 14,000-foot summits in the Sawatch Range and the sprawling world-class ski resorts of Summit County.
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Denver Skyline
A clear view of the downtown high-rises and Empower Field at Mile High shortly after banking west from DEN.
Mount Blue Sky
The prominent 14,265-foot peak formerly known as Mount Evans, often capped with snow well into summer.
Summit County Resorts
Aerial views of the distinct ski runs at Keystone, Breckenridge, and Copper Mountain.
The Collegiate Peaks
A stunning parade of giants including Mounts Princeton, Yale, and Harvard within the Sawatch Range.
Grand Mesa
As you descend into GJT, you will pass the northern edge of the world's largest flat-topped mountain.
Book an early morning flight for the best lighting; the rising sun illuminates the eastern faces of the Rockies, creating dramatic shadows. Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the high-alpine lakes. In winter, this side offers the most spectacular 'winter wonderland' views of the snowy peaks.
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The iconic northern 14er and the centerpiece of Rocky Mountain National Park visible in the distance.
Winter Park & Granby
Views of the Fraser Valley and the Mary Jane territory of the Winter Park ski area.
Glenwood Canyon
A deep, winding gorge where the Colorado River has carved through layers of limestone and shale.
Flat Tops Wilderness
Massive, level-topped mountains that look like a prehistoric landscape rising from the plateau.
The Book Cliffs
Stark, desert-colored cliffs that stretch toward Utah, providing a beautiful contrast to the green valley below.
The right side is the best for the final approach into Grand Junction. You get a perfect view of the Book Cliffs and the lush orchards of Palisade. If the flight path is slightly more northern, you may also catch a glimpse of the Colorado River's headwaters near Granby.
Book Hotels in Grand JunctionDistance: 341 km (212 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: GJT (39.1223983765, -108.527000427)
Route Type: Domestic
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