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LAS → AZA
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Phoenix-Mesa-Gateway Airport (Mesa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the iconic Hoover Dam and Lake Mead shortly after takeoff, followed by the rugged Superstition Mountains upon approach to Mesa.
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Hoover Dam & Lake Mead
Witness the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam and the vast, blue waters of Lake Mead against the stark desert landscape.
Grand Canyon West Rim
On a clear day, look northeast to see the distant, dramatic erosion and plateaus of the Hualapai lands.
Superstition Mountains
As the plane descends into AZA, these jagged, volcanic peaks provide a stunning backdrop to the east of the airport.
Tonto National Forest
The transition from low desert to high-altitude pine forests and rugged canyons is visible to the north and east.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Hoover Dam immediately after departure from LAS. For photography, morning flights provide front-lighting on the Superstition Mountains, whereas sunset flights offer dramatic silhouettes. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes and last 15 minutes of the flight.
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Colorado River
Follow the winding blue ribbon of the Colorado River as it snakes south through the Black Canyon.
Phoenix Skyline
Get a bird's-eye view of the sprawling Valley of the Sun, including the skyscrapers of Downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor Airport.
Prescott National Forest
View the rolling hills and chaparral of the central Arizona highlands as you fly southeast.
South Mountain Park
Look for one of the largest municipal parks in the US, featuring distinct desert ridges just south of the city.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. You will have a better view of the urban layout of Phoenix and the South Mountain Preserve during the final approach. This side often provides a clear view of the Agua Fria River and the surrounding valley floor.
Book Hotels in MesaDistance: 444 km (276 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: AZA (33.30780029, -111.6549988)
Route Type: Domestic
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