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DEN → RKS
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (Rock Springs)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the jagged peaks in Rocky Mountain National Park and the stunning white quartzite cliffs of the Snowy Range.
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Exceptional views of Longs Peak and the alpine tundra sections of Trail Ridge Road shortly after departure.
The Snowy Range
Magnificent white quartzite peaks, particularly Medicine Bow Peak, which stands out sharply against the landscape.
Seminoe Reservoir
Large, deep blue waters of the North Platte River reservoirs surrounded by rocky canyons.
The Red Desert
Vast, colorful badlands and unique geological formations characteristic of southern Wyoming.
Continental Divide
The invisible line where water drainage splits, marked by dramatic ridgelines and high-altitude plateaus.
The right side is the 'scenic winner' for this route. Seats in front of the wing are highly recommended to capture the vertical scale of the peaks. In winter, the Snowy Range is brilliantly white and reflective. Watch for the dramatic drop-off from the mountains into the arid basins near Rawlins.
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Denver Skyline
A sweeping view of the Mile High City and the suburban sprawl against the base of the mountains shortly after takeoff.
Mt. Blue Sky & Front Range
Massive peaks of the southern Front Range, including some of Colorado's highest 14ers.
North Park Basin
A wide, high-altitude glacial valley in Colorado surrounded by rugged mountain ranges.
Sierra Madre Range
Dense evergreen forests and remote wilderness areas along the Colorado-Wyoming border.
Saratoga Valley
The winding North Platte River creating a green ribbon through the high desert landscape.
The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It offers a broader perspective of the vast basins and the distant transition from the Rockies to the Great Plains. Look for the distinct change in geology as you cross into Wyoming's high desert.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 417 km (259 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: RKS (41.5942, -109.065001)
Route Type: Domestic
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