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GEG → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Spokane International Airport (Spokane) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks of the American West, including the rolling Palouse hills, the rugged Idaho wilderness, and a prime view of the Grand Canyon's main corridor.
The Palouse Hills
Unique, rolling loess hills of Eastern Washington visible immediately after departure from Spokane.
Salmon River Mountains
Deep canyons and jagged snow-capped peaks of central Idaho's expansive wilderness.
Grand Canyon National Park
The best aerial perspective of the North and South Rims as the flight traverses Northern Arizona.
San Francisco Peaks
Arizona's highest mountain range, including Humphreys Peak, towering over the city of Flagstaff.
Sonoran Desert Transition
The dramatic shift from high-altitude ponderosa forests to the saguaro-filled valleys of Phoenix.
Book a window seat on the left for the best morning light on the landscapes. About 30-40 minutes before landing, keep your eyes peeled for the Grand Canyon; the pilot will usually announce its location. This side is also best for seeing the red rocks around Sedona in the distance during the final descent.
Columbia Plateau
Vast basalt formations and geological scars from prehistoric glacial floods in the Pacific Northwest.
Blue Mountains
Dense evergreen forests and deep river valleys stretching across the Oregon and Washington border.
Black Rock Desert
The stark, flat white expanse of the Nevada playa, famously home to the Burning Man festival.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the Colorado River reservoir contrasting sharply against the Mojave Desert.
Phoenix Urban Grid
A clear view of the sprawling Phoenix metropolitan area and local peaks like Camelback Mountain on final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare while taking photos. It provides an excellent perspective of the Great Basin's dry lake beds and desert geography. During winter, look for the snow-covered peaks of the Steens Mountain in Southern Oregon.
Distance: 1,644 km (1,022 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: GEG (47.61989974975586, -117.53399658203124)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: Domestic
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