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FNT → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Bishop International Airport (Flint) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an iconic approach into Las Vegas, featuring the highest peaks of the Colorado Rockies followed by prime views of Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, and the Las Vegas Strip on descent.
Chicago Skyline
Distant views of the Willis Tower and the southern Lake Michigan shoreline as the flight crosses into Illinois.
Colorado Rockies
Dramatic vistas of the southern Front Range and Pikes Peak during the transition from the Great Plains.
Lake Mead
The vast turquoise waters of the nation's largest reservoir provide a stunning contrast to the surrounding desert.
Hoover Dam
A clear view of this engineering marvel on the Colorado River just minutes before landing at LAS.
Las Vegas Strip
Depending on the wind-dependent runway configuration, the left side often looks directly down at the neon lights of the Strip.
Book a window seat behind the wing to ensure your view of the Hoover Dam isn't obstructed. On evening arrivals, the left side is essential for seeing the illuminated Strip. During winter, look for the snow-capped Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
Lake Michigan
Broad views of the southern lake basin and the Indiana Dunes shortly after departure from Flint.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Aerial perspective of the jagged alpine peaks and glaciers in northern Colorado.
Arches and Canyonlands
The deep reds and oranges of the Utah desert, including visible natural arches and deep river canyons.
Grand Staircase-Escalante
Striking geological layers showing millions of years of history in the high desert of southern Utah.
Valley of Fire
Brilliant red sandstone formations north of Las Vegas that glow intensely during the late afternoon sun.
The right side is a geologist's dream; choose this side for morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun and to get the best light on the red rock formations of Utah and Nevada. Keep an eye out for the Glen Canyon Dam shortly before the Nevada border.
Distance: 2,783 km (1,729 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min
Departure: FNT (42.96540069580078, -83.74359893798828)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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