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EUG → SFO
Which side of the plane to sit from Mahlon Sweet Field (Eugene) to San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic volcanic peaks of Northern California, most notably the massive Mount Shasta, and offers superior views of the San Francisco Bay during the descent.
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Cascade Range South
Aerial views of the southern terminus of the Cascades as you cross from Oregon into California.
Mount Shasta
The flight passes directly east of this 14,179-foot stratovolcano, offering incredibly detailed views of its glaciers.
Lassen Peak
Visible in the distance to the southeast, marking the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range.
Sacramento Valley
The geometric patterns of California's agricultural heartland, including vast rice fields and orchards.
San Francisco Bay
On approach, you will see the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge and the expansive salt ponds of the South Bay.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The view of Mount Shasta occurs roughly 30-40 minutes into the flight; look out the window as soon as you reach cruising altitude. Request a seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the mountain peaks.
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Siskiyou Mountains
Rugged, densely forested terrain at the border of Oregon and California known for high biodiversity.
Trinity Alps
Snow-capped granitic peaks and subalpine meadows located within the Klamath Mountains.
Northern California Coast
The meeting point of the Pacific Ocean and the rugged Mendocino coastline, often shrouded in dramatic fog.
The Golden Gate
If the flight approaches from the north via the 'POINT REYES' arrival, you may catch a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge.
San Francisco Skyline
A panoramic view of the Salesforce Tower and downtown skyscrapers during the final turn into SFO.
This side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. During summer months, watch for the 'marine layer' of fog rolling through the Golden Gate. If the plane lands on Runways 28L or 28R, you will have a clear view of the city of San Francisco just before touchdown.
Book Hotels in San FranciscoDistance: 727 km (452 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: EUG (44.12459945678711, -123.21199798583984)
Arrival: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Route Type: Domestic
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