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DEN → SJC
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (San Jose)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the northern Colorado Rockies and the iconic blue waters of Lake Tahoe during the crossing of the Sierra Nevada.
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Spectacular views of Longs Peak and the snow-dusted Continental Divide shortly after departing Denver.
Great Basin
Observe the fascinating 'basin and range' topography of Nevada, characterized by repeating mountain ridges.
Lake Tahoe
The vibrant blue water of North America's largest alpine lake is a signature sight on this route.
Sierra Nevada
Cross the dramatic granite backbone of California with views of high-altitude glacial lakes.
Silicon Valley
Aerial views of the tech giant campuses and the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay on final approach.
Book a seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block views of the mountains. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada crest.
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Look south shortly after takeoff to see the towering 14,115-foot summit of Colorado's most famous peak.
Colorado Plateau
View the intricate canyons and red rock formations of southern Utah's high desert landscape.
Yosemite Wilderness
On southern flight paths, the rugged high country of Yosemite National Park is visible to the south.
Central Valley
The vast, geometric patchwork of California's agricultural heartland stretching across the horizon.
Lick Observatory
The white domes of the observatory atop Mount Hamilton are visible just before touchdown in San Jose.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific horizon. During the descent, look for the Lick Observatory on the Diablo Range for a sign you are minutes from landing.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,522 km (946 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: SJC (37.362598, -121.929001)
Route Type: Domestic
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