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DEN â PIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (Peoria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the iconic view of the Rocky Mountains immediately following takeoff from Denver, coupled with better perspectives of the Mississippi River during the crossing into Illinois.
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Front Range Rockies
Dramatic views of the snow-capped mountain range stretching north toward Wyoming immediately after departure.
Denver Skyline
The cluster of downtown skyscrapers and Mile High Stadium are frequently visible during the climb out.
Mississippi River
A sweeping aerial view of the river's wide basin and floodplains near the Iowa-Illinois border.
Midwestern Patchwork
The transition from high plains to the dense, colorful agricultural grids of Iowa and Illinois.
Storm Formations
During summer afternoons, the left side often faces the northern edge of typical weather tracks, offering views of massive anvil clouds.
Sit on the left for the best morning lighting, as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft. Keep your camera ready for the first 15 minutes of the flight to capture the contrast between the city and the mountains. In winter, look for the 'white-out' effect of the snow-covered plains which creates stunning geometric patterns.
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Jeppesen Terminal
The famous white fabric peaks of the Denver airport terminal are often visible during taxi and initial climb.
Pivot Irrigation
Perfectly circular green crops create a striking geometric pattern across the arid eastern Colorado landscape.
Illinois River Valley
Views of the winding Illinois River and the Peoria Lake area as the plane descends into the region.
Downtown Peoria
The city center and the Caterpillar headquarters can be spotted just before touchdown depending on the approach path.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the horizon as you fly east-southeast. It provides a more intimate look at the circular irrigation systems of the High Plains. On final approach into PIA, look for the industrial landmarks and the Murray Baker Bridge over the Illinois River.
Book Hotels in PeoriaDistance: 1,273 km (791 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: PIA (40.664199829100006, -89.6932983398)
Route Type: Domestic
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