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FAR → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hector International Airport (Fargo) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this southwest journey, offering views of the Colorado Rockies, the deep blues of Lake Powell, and the iconic approach over Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam before descending into Las Vegas.
Red River Valley
View the fertile, flat patchwork of the Red River Valley immediately after departing Fargo.
Black Hills
The dark, forested mountains of western South Dakota, including the general area of Mount Rushmore.
Colorado Rockies
Snow-capped peaks of the Front Range and the rugged terrain of northern Colorado.
Canyonlands
Dramatic views of the Colorado River carving through the red sandstone of the Utah desert.
Lake Powell
A massive, winding reservoir known for its bright blue water and stark orange canyon walls.
Hoover Dam
A perfectly clear view of the massive concrete dam and the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
Las Vegas Strip
The best angle to see the concentrated neon and architecture of the world-famous hotel-casinos.
Choose the left side for the iconic 'Vegas arrival' experience; most flights enter from the northeast, flying directly over Lake Mead. Afternoon flights are ideal on this side as the sun will be behind you, highlighting the desert colors without heavy glare. Watch closely about 15 minutes before landing for the Hoover Dam.
South Dakota Badlands
Eroded sedimentary layers and unique geologic spires visible to the north in the distance.
Wind River Range
Distant, jagged alpine peaks of the Wyoming wilderness visible on a clear day.
Zion National Park
Massive white and pink Navajo Sandstone cliffs visible as you cross into southern Utah.
Valley of Fire
Vibrant red sandstone formations that seem to glow in the Nevada desert sun.
Summerlin Area
The neatly planned desert communities and golf courses of western Las Vegas during descent.
Mount Charleston
The highest peak in the Spring Mountains, often covered in snow even when the valley is hot.
The right side is excellent for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun and potential glare. You will get a better view of the high-altitude plateaus of Utah and the sprawling mountain ranges that define the Great Basin. If the aircraft approach pattern circles west before landing, you may get a unique view of the Spring Mountains.
Distance: 1,937 km (1,204 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: FAR (46.92070007324219, -96.81580352783205)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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