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GTF → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Great Falls International Airport (Great Falls) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a premier viewing gallery of the American West, featuring the jagged peaks of the Grand Tetons, the vast red wilderness of Utah's national parks, and a high-probability view of the Hoover Dam and Las Vegas Strip during the final approach.
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The Grand Tetons
Spectacular views of the 13,000-foot granite spires and the Jackson Hole valley shortly after crossing into Wyoming.
Southern Utah Canyons
Aerial perspective of the rugged, multi-colored terrain near Capitol Reef and the Grand Staircase-Escalante.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the Colorado River reservoir framed by the white bathtub ring of its canyon walls.
Hoover Dam
A clear view of the massive concrete arch dam and the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
The Las Vegas Strip
The iconic skyline featuring the Stratosphere, Sphere, and themed mega-resorts during the descent into McCarran.
For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the ground. On morning flights, the left side benefits from the sun being high and behind the plane, illuminating the red rocks of Utah perfectly. The Teton range appears roughly 30-40 minutes into the flight. Watch closely as the plane descends; the left side is the 'standard' side for viewing the Las Vegas Strip when landing on the 26 runways.
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Great Salt Lake
The massive saline lake with its distinct green and purple hues divided by the Lucin Cutoff railroad causeway.
Wasatch Range
The dramatic mountain wall that separates the high desert from the alpine wilderness of central Utah.
Valley of Fire
Stunning bright red Aztec sandstone outcrops that appear to glow against the surrounding gray desert.
Mount Charleston
The snow-capped peak of the Spring Mountains that towers over the northwest Las Vegas valley.
Summerlin and Red Rock
The residential sprawl of Las Vegas meeting the edge of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a superior view of the Great Salt Lake's unique geography. If the airport is using an eastern approach due to wind, the right side may get a surprise panoramic view of the entire Las Vegas valley and the Strip before touchdown. Keep your eyes peeled for the white salt flats near the Utah-Nevada border.
Book Hotels in Las VegasDistance: 1,306 km (812 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: GTF (47.48199844, -111.3710022)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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