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LAS → BLI
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Bellingham International Airport (Bellingham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the clear winner for mountain lovers, providing a spectacular sequence of the Pacific Northwest's most famous volcanoes, including Mount Rainier and Mount St. Helens.
Las Vegas Strip
An aerial view of the iconic resort corridor and MSG Sphere immediately following departure from LAS.
Mount Hood
The highest point in Oregon, identifiable by its sharp, symmetrical volcanic cone.
Mount St. Helens
The famous horseshoe-shaped crater left by the 1980 eruption is clearly visible from this altitude.
Mount Rainier
The most massive peak in the Cascades, often appearing so close you feel you can touch the glaciers.
Columbia River Gorge
The dramatic winding river border between Oregon and Washington carving through the mountains.
Mount Baker
The final landmark before landing, a heavily glaciated volcano dominating the Bellingham skyline.
The 'Volcano Parade' is the highlight here; you will see a succession of major peaks starting about mid-way through the flight. Mount Rainier is best viewed approximately 40 minutes before arrival. Morning flights offer the best lighting on the eastern faces of these mountains.
Great Basin Desert
Expansive views of Nevada's high desert plateaus and rugged basin-and-range topography shortly after takeoff.
Willamette National Forest
Dense evergreen canopies of the Oregon Cascades stretching toward the horizon.
Olympic Mountains
Snow-capped peaks of the Olympic Peninsula visible across the water as you head into Washington.
Seattle Skyline
A distant but clear view of the Space Needle and downtown skyscrapers as the plane passes the Puget Sound.
Puget Sound
Beautiful views of the deep blue waterways and ferry routes connecting the mainland to the islands.
San Juan Islands
A stunning archipelago visible during the final descent into Bellingham, featuring emerald isles and rocky shores.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side offers the best views of the San Juan Islands during the descent into BLI. Keep your camera ready for the Seattle skyline and the distant Olympic range as you pass through central Washington.
Distance: 1,536 km (954 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: BLI (48.79280090332031, -122.53800201416016)
Route Type: Domestic
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