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EGE → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Eagle County Regional Airport (Vail) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Colorado ski resorts and the dramatic transition from the high Rockies to the Great Plains.
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Vail Mountain
Get a bird's eye view of the famous Back Bowls and the sprawling ski terrain of the Vail resort.
Tenmile Range
View the sequence of peaks stretching from Copper Mountain over to Breckenridge's ski runs.
Mount Blue Sky
Fly past one of Colorado's highest 14ers, featuring one of the highest paved roads in North America.
Red Rocks
Spot the legendary natural sandstone amphitheater nestled in the Front Range foothills during descent.
Denver Skyline
Watch the 'Mile High' skyscrapers emerge as the mountains give way to the Great Plains.
The right side is preferred for identifying famous ski resorts and seeing the dramatic mountain-to-plains transition. During descent, look for the Continental Divide. Sunset flights provide a stunning golden glow on the western faces of the peaks. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the mountains isn't blocked by the engine.
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Gore Range
See the jagged, snow-capped peaks of one of Colorado's most rugged ranges immediately after takeoff.
Eagle River Valley
Follow the winding river as it carves through the red rock canyons near the airport.
Arapaho National Forest
Expansive views of dense evergreen forests and high-altitude alpine tundra.
Longs Peak
Look north on clear days to spot the distinctive flat-topped peak in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Sit on the left for better views of the rugged Gore Range and northern wilderness. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the sun and capture the sharpest details of the mountain ridges. Watch for the change in vegetation from sagebrush to alpine forest as you climb.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 193 km (120 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: EGE (39.64260101, -106.9179993)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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