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DEN → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks of the Southwest, including the deep blue waters of Lake Powell, the Hoover Dam, and a spectacular view of the Las Vegas Strip.
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Pikes Peak
View the prominent southern peaks of the Colorado Front Range shortly after departure from Denver.
Lake Powell
The striking contrast of deep blue water against the winding red rock canyons of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Lake Mead & Hoover Dam
The massive reservoir and the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam as the flight crosses into Nevada.
Las Vegas Strip
A clear view of the concentrated mega-resorts and neon lights, especially dramatic on evening arrivals.
Joshua Tree
The transition into the high desert of California featuring unique rock clusters and vast arid plains.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the canyon walls of Utah. On night flights, the Las Vegas Strip is almost always visible on the left side during the descent. Avoid the wing area to ensure a clear view of the intricate canyon systems near the Colorado River.
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Soar over the high alpine tundra and the rugged peaks of the Continental Divide north of the flight path.
Arches National Park
Look for the distinctive red rock fins and windows of the Moab area in eastern Utah.
Zion National Park
The massive sandstone cliffs of Zion and the Kolob Canyons are often visible from high altitude.
Mojave National Preserve
Vast stretches of desert wilderness, sand dunes, and volcanic cinder cones in eastern California.
LA Basin & Hollywood
On final approach, see the San Gabriel Mountains and the urban sprawl of Los Angeles, including downtown skyscrapers.
The right side is ideal for capturing the vastness of the Great Basin and the Mojave Desert. During winter, this side offers the best views of snow-capped peaks in the Rockies. If landing to the West at LAX (the standard), the right side often sees the Hollywood Sign in the distance during the final descent.
Book Hotels in Los AngelesDistance: 1,385 km (861 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: Domestic
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