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DEN → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an iconic journey over the Colorado River corridor, offering views of Arches, Lake Powell, and a direct visual of the Hoover Dam and the Las Vegas Strip on approach.
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Front Range Rockies
Soaring peaks of the Colorado Rockies visible shortly after departing Denver.
Canyonlands
A wilderness of countless canyons and fantastically formed buttes carved by the Colorado River.
Lake Powell
The striking contrast of deep blue water against the desert's red sandstone walls.
Grand Canyon
The northern reaches of the world's most famous canyon system stretching across the horizon.
Hoover Dam
An engineering marvel located at the border of Arizona and Nevada, best seen during descent.
The Las Vegas Strip
A clear view of the city's famous hotel skyline as the aircraft prepares to land.
To maximize the view of the Hoover Dam and the Las Vegas Strip, choose a window seat on the left. In the winter, the morning light illuminates the snow-capped Rockies perfectly. During the descent, keep your camera ready as the plane turns over Lake Mead for a direct view of the dam. On a clear night, the transition from the dark desert to the brilliant lights of the Strip is breathtaking.
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Grand Mesa
A massive, flat-topped mountain in Western Colorado with hundreds of alpine lakes.
Bryce Canyon
Distinctive spire-shaped rock formations known as hoodoos visible in the distance.
Dinosaur National Monument
Rugged canyons and river valleys near the confluence of the Green and Yampa Rivers.
Valley of Fire
Nevada's oldest state park, known for its brilliant red Aztec sandstone formations.
Red Rock Canyon
Dramatic rock cliffs and peaks visible on the western side of the Las Vegas valley.
Choose the right side if you prefer high-alpine scenery and the unique textures of the Great Basin. While you miss the direct Strip approach, you get a great view of the Valley of Fire's red rocks and the Spring Mountains during the approach. Late afternoon flights on this side may experience significant sun glare, so bring sunglasses or choose a morning flight for softer lighting.
Book Hotels in Las VegasDistance: 1,009 km (627 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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