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FLL → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (Fort Lauderdale) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this route because it offers a higher probability of seeing the Grand Canyon from a distance and provides the iconic aerial view of the Las Vegas Strip during most standard approach patterns into LAS.
Lake Okeechobee
Florida's largest freshwater lake is often visible shortly after departure if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Mississippi River
A perfect view of the 'Mighty Mississippi' as it snakes through the South, often with visible barge traffic.
Colorado Plateau
As you cross Arizona, the transition from desert to the high-altitude, colorful rock formations of the plateau is striking.
Grand Canyon
While the flight path is to the south, the massive scale of the canyon is frequently visible on the northern horizon.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the reservoir against the red desert rock signal that the descent into Las Vegas has begun.
Las Vegas Strip
The most famous view of the flight; as the plane banks for arrival, the mega-resorts and the Sphere are typically visible on this side.
The Right Side is the 'money side' for the landing. Most flights into LAS arrive from the East, and the plane often performs a U-turn over the city, giving right-side passengers a front-row seat to the Strip. For evening flights, the right side captures the sunset over the desert mountains without the direct blinding glare that hits the left side.
Everglades National Park
Aerial view of the vast, sawgrass marshes and winding water trails of the Florida wetlands immediately after takeoff.
Gulf Coast Bend
Stunning views of the Mississippi River Delta and the intricate coastline where Louisiana meets the Gulf of Mexico.
Houston Skyline
On a clear day, the dense clusters of skyscrapers in downtown Houston and the expansive energy corridor are visible.
Chihuahuan Desert
The rugged, arid landscapes of West Texas and Southern New Mexico, featuring stark mountain ranges and salt flats.
Hoover Dam
Depending on the specific arrival vector, the massive concrete structure and the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge may appear.
Opt for the Left Side if you want better views of the Gulf of Mexico's coastline. During midday flights, the sun will be to the South, which can cause significant glare on this side; morning flights are better for photography on the left. Watch for the Franklin Mountains as you pass El Paso.
Distance: 3,492 km (2,170 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 6 min
Departure: FLL (26.072599, -80.152702)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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