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DEN → OAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (Oakland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the highest peaks of Northern Colorado, the vibrant blue of Lake Tahoe, and the iconic San Francisco skyline during the descent into Oakland.
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Aerial views of Longs Peak and the high alpine tundra north of Denver.
Great Salt Lake
The vast, shimmering white expanse of the salt flats and the southern tip of the lake.
Lake Tahoe
A breathtaking view of the entire lake basin and the surrounding granite peaks.
Sierra Nevada Crest
The dramatic jagged ridges of the northern Sierra Nevada mountains.
San Francisco Skyline
Unbeatable views of the Bay Bridge, downtown SF, and often the Golden Gate Bridge on final approach.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photos. Watch for Lake Tahoe approximately 20-30 minutes before arrival in Oakland; it is the visual highlight of the trip. During the typical landing pattern, this side provides the most iconic views of the San Francisco city center.
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View the majestic Pikes Peak and southern Colorado Rockies immediately after takeoff.
Canyon Country
Stunning red rock formations and deep river valleys of western Colorado and Utah.
Mono Lake
Distinctive saline lake features and Tufa towers on the eastern edge of the Sierras.
High Sierra
The rugged southern boundaries of Yosemite and the vast wilderness of the Sierra Nevada.
Silicon Valley
Broad views of the southern San Francisco Bay and the tech hubs of the peninsula.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to experience the 'Golden Hour' over the desert and mountains. Look for the Colorado River winding through red rock canyons about 45-60 minutes into the flight. In winter, this side offers better views of the snow-blanketed southern Sierra ranges.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,537 km (955 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: OAK (37.721298, -122.221001)
Route Type: Domestic
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