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HOU → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from William P Hobby Airport (Houston) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a premier viewing gallery of the American Southwest's most iconic geological landmarks, including the Grand Canyon, Meteor Crater, and the Hoover Dam during the descent into Las Vegas.
Houston Skyline
Shortly after takeoff from HOU, capture views of Downtown Houston and the Texas Medical Center.
Meteor Crater
A perfectly preserved impact site visible in the northern Arizona desert near Winslow.
Grand Canyon South Rim
The massive scale of the canyon becomes visible roughly 45 minutes before landing in Las Vegas.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the Colorado River reservoir contrasting against the red desert rock.
Hoover Dam
A clear view of the engineering marvel and the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
The Las Vegas Strip
Depending on the landing pattern, the right side often gets a panoramic view of the neon-lit resorts during the final approach.
The right side is the clear winner for scenic landmarks. To see the Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam, start looking out the window about 40 minutes before your scheduled arrival time. For the best photography of the canyon's colors, choose a morning flight when the sun is behind you, illuminating the rock layers.
Permian Basin
Observe the vast network of oil rigs and access roads that define the West Texas energy landscape.
Guadalupe Mountains
The rugged peaks of West Texas, including El Capitan, rise sharply from the desert floor.
Sonoran Desert
Wide expanses of southern Arizona featuring distinctive basin and range topography.
Sunset Horizons
On late afternoon flights, this side provides spectacular views of the sun dipping below the desert horizon.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to avoid direct sun glare. This side is excellent for viewing the southern border regions and the dramatic lighting of the desert at dusk. Watch for the Rio Grande as you cross from Texas into New Mexico.
Distance: 1,985 km (1,233 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: HOU (29.64539909, -95.27890015)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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