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LAS → BIS
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Bismarck Municipal Airport (Bismarck)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of geological landmarks, including the winding shores of Lake Powell, the dense forests of the Black Hills, and the striking erosion of the Badlands.
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Hoover Dam
The massive concrete arch-gravity dam holding back the waters of Lake Mead.
Lake Powell
A stunning contrast of deep blue water against the intricate red rock shoreline of Glen Canyon.
Black Hills
The dark, forested mountains of South Dakota, home to Harney Peak and nearby monuments.
Badlands National Park
Spectacular sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires displaying colorful sedimentary layers.
Missouri River
The winding path of the Missouri River as the flight descends toward the Bismarck area.
The right side is the scenic winner for this route. Seats behind the wing are best for capturing the scale of Lake Powell and the Badlands. On clear days, the Black Hills are visible about 20-30 minutes before the descent into Bismarck begins. Seasonal snow cover in winter adds dramatic contrast to the Badlands' formations.
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Las Vegas Strip
Aerial views of the iconic resort corridor immediately following a northbound takeoff.
Zion National Park
Glimpses of the massive Navajo Sandstone cliffs and deep red canyons of Southern Utah.
Wind River Range
Jagged granite peaks and high alpine wilderness areas throughout Western Wyoming.
Great Plains
A sprawling patchwork of agricultural fields and open range as the plane enters the Dakotas.
For the best views of the Las Vegas Strip, ensure the flight departs to the north. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the sun's glare, which will be predominantly on this side during the afternoon journey northeast. Watch the horizon about 45 minutes in for the high peaks of the Rockies.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,685 km (1,047 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: BIS (46.77270126342773, -100.74600219726562)
Route Type: Domestic
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