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GRR → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (Grand Rapids) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for the approach into Las Vegas, providing a front-row seat to the Hoover Dam and the iconic Las Vegas Strip on most standard landing patterns.
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Lake Michigan
Immediate views of the expansive blue water after departing Grand Rapids.
Chicago Skyline
Distant views of the Willis Tower and Chicago lakefront as the flight crosses Illinois.
Colorado Rockies
Direct views of the southern Rocky Mountain peaks and the Continental Divide.
Canyonlands
Stunning vistas of the Colorado River carving through the red rock plateaus of Utah.
Hoover Dam
A massive engineering marvel visible just south of Lake Mead during the descent.
Las Vegas Strip
The ultimate view of the Luxor pyramid, High Roller, and mega-resorts just before landing.
Choose a seat behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block your view of the Las Vegas Strip. For late afternoon flights, this side will be more shaded. On approach, look for the bright turquoise water of Lake Mead to signal that the Hoover Dam and the Strip are coming up within minutes.
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Views of the dunes and coastline heading toward the northern stretch of the lake.
Nebraska Farmland
Perfect geometric circles of center-pivot irrigation systems across the Great Plains.
Front Range
Vistas of the northern Colorado peaks, including Longs Peak and the Medicine Bow Mountains.
Arches National Park
Aerial views of the northern Utah desert and the surrounding sandstone formations.
Valley of Fire
Distinctive bright red sandstone outcrops visible as you enter Nevada airspace.
Red Rock Canyon
Visible during the final turn toward the airport, showcasing layered desert peaks.
The right side offers spectacular light during sunrise flights as the sun illuminates the mountains. This side is better for viewing the vastness of the northern desert landscapes and the 'checkerboard' patterns of the American heartland. Be aware that the sun will be directly on this side during late afternoon westbound flights.
Book Hotels in Las VegasDistance: 2,637 km (1,639 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 31 min
Departure: GRR (42.88079834, -85.52279663)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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