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DEN → SAF
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Santa Fe Municipal Airport (Santa Fe)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a continuous panorama of the Rocky Mountains, featuring iconic fourteeners and dramatic desert transitions.
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Pikes Peak
The most famous peak of the Front Range, rising prominently near Colorado Springs.
Garden of the Gods
Stunning red sandstone rock formations visible at the base of the mountains.
Great Sand Dunes
The tallest sand dunes in North America, nestled against the Sangre de Cristo range.
Sangre de Cristo Mountains
A long, narrow chain of rugged peaks that guide the flight path into Santa Fe.
Caja del Rio Plateau
Volcanic landscape and basalt cliffs visible just before landing at SAF.
The right side is superior for mountain scenery. Aim for a window seat in the front or rear of the wing for clear shots of Pikes Peak. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Great Sand Dunes and the Sangre de Cristo ridges.
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Denver Tech Center
A sprawling view of Denver's southern urban hub during the initial ascent.
Spanish Peaks
Distinctive twin volcanic peaks located in southern Colorado near the New Mexico border.
Pecos Wilderness
Vast stretches of high-altitude forest as you approach northern New Mexico.
On the left side, look for the Spanish Peaks roughly mid-flight; they are most striking in the early morning light. During the descent, the transition from forest to desert is very clear.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 488 km (303 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: SAF (35.617099761999995, -106.088996887)
Route Type: Domestic
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