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DEN → GRR
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (Grand Rapids)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery, starting with views of the Rocky Mountains during ascent and finishing with a panoramic entry over the Lake Michigan shoreline into West Michigan.
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Front Range Rockies
Spectacular views of the snow-capped Rocky Mountain peaks to the west immediately after takeoff from Denver.
Missouri River
A winding view of the longest river in North America as you cross from Nebraska into Iowa.
Mississippi River Crossing
A clear view of the massive river valley marking the border between Iowa and Illinois.
Lake Michigan Shoreline
The transition from deep blue water to the iconic sand dunes and green forests of the Michigan coast during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare and capture the best lighting on the Rockies. As you approach Grand Rapids, stay alert during the final 30 minutes for the crossing of Lake Michigan, which is the scenic highlight of the arrival phase.
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Denver Skyline
A bird's-eye view of downtown Denver and the Mile High Stadium shortly after departing the airport.
Great Plains Patchwork
The mesmerizing geometric patterns of circular irrigation fields across the Nebraska and Iowa agricultural heartland.
Chicago Skyline
On clear days or night flights, the distant lights and skyscrapers of Chicago are often visible to the south while crossing the lake.
Southern Dunes
Views of the southern Lake Michigan coastline and the industrial and natural mix of the Indiana/Michigan border area.
The right side is ideal for night flights to potentially see the glowing lights of Omaha, Des Moines, and Chicago in the distance. During the day, it offers the best view of the sprawling Denver International Airport complex itself during taxi and takeoff.
Book Hotels in Grand RapidsDistance: 1,629 km (1,012 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: GRR (42.88079834, -85.52279663)
Route Type: Domestic
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