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JAX → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Jacksonville International Airport (Jacksonville) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Grand Canyon's majestic expanse and a higher probability of viewing the Las Vegas Strip during the final approach.
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Grand Canyon
A breathtaking aerial perspective of the South Rim and the massive scale of the canyon's erosion.
Painted Desert
Vibrant, multi-colored rock formations and badlands across northern Arizona.
Colorado River
The winding blue artery carving through the deep red rock canyons of the Southwest.
Las Vegas Strip
The glittering skyline, mega-resorts, and High Roller wheel often visible during the final descent.
Mogollon Rim
The dramatic topographical transition in Arizona's high country featuring steep escarpments.
The right side is essential for viewing the Grand Canyon approximately 35-45 minutes before arrival. On the final descent, this side frequently provides a direct, close-up view of the Las Vegas Strip when aircraft land towards the west on runways 26L or 26R. Morning flights are best on this side to avoid the harsh afternoon sun.
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Mississippi River
Crossing the massive, winding waterway near the transition from the Deep South to the Western Plains.
Chihuahuan Desert
Vast, rugged arid landscapes stretching across West Texas and southern New Mexico.
White Sands National Park
Glimpses of the unique, bright white gypsum dunefields visible in the Tularosa Basin.
Hoover Dam
A spectacular view of the iconic engineering marvel and Lake Mead just minutes before landing.
Choose the left side for a clear view of Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam as the plane banks for its final approach. This side is ideal for late afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you, reducing glare for better photography of the desert floor.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 3,156 km (1,961 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min
Departure: JAX (30.49410057067871, -81.68789672851562)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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