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DEN → HLN
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Helena Regional Airport (Helena)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a continuous panorama of the highest and most rugged peaks of the Rocky Mountain chain, offering unmatched views of the Front Range and the jagged Wind River Range.
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Front Range Peaks
Spectacular views of 14,000-foot summits, including Longs Peak, immediately after takeoff.
Medicine Bow Mountains
Stunning alpine wilderness and snowy ridges stretching across the Colorado-Wyoming border.
Wind River Range
A view of Wyoming's most dramatic glacial peaks and remote granite towers.
Continental Divide
The winding hydrologic backbone of North America visible throughout the Wyoming transit.
Helena National Forest
Dense evergreen landscapes and rugged valleys as the plane enters the Montana airspace.
Book an 'A' seat for afternoon flights to see the 'Alpenglow' effect as the sun sets behind the mountains. On clear days, look far to the west during the middle of the flight to spot the distinctive jagged silhouette of the Grand Teton. The descent into Helena typically passes directly over the high country, making this side perfect for photography.
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Denver Skyline
Clear views of the Mile High City and its stadium district shortly after departure.
Pawnee National Grassland
The intricate geometric patterns and vast expanses of the high plains in Northern Colorado.
Casper Mountain
A prominent geological ridge that rises sharply from the Wyoming plateau near Casper.
Big Belt Mountains
Rolling forested mountains and high-altitude ranch land just east of the destination.
Canyon Ferry Lake
The massive reservoir on the Missouri River visible during the final approach into Helena.
Choose an 'F' seat for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while enjoying the sunrise over the Great Plains. This side offers an excellent perspective of the transition from the flat prairies to the mountain foothills. During the final descent, watch for the winding Missouri River as it enters the Helena valley.
Book Hotels in HelenaDistance: 955 km (593 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: HLN (46.6068000793457, -111.98300170898438)
Route Type: Domestic
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