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LAS → DTW
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks of the American Southwest, including the Hoover Dam and the heart of the Grand Canyon, shortly after departure from Las Vegas.
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Hoover Dam
A perfect aerial perspective of the engineering marvel and the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
Grand Canyon National Park
Expansive views of the South Rim and the winding Colorado River as you cross the Arizona border.
Southern Rockies
Look for Pikes Peak and the rugged terrain of southern Colorado and northern New Mexico.
The Great Plains
The mesmerizing 'patchwork quilt' of circular irrigation fields across Kansas and Nebraska.
Lake Erie & Detroit River
During the descent into DTW, view the industrial shoreline, Grosse Ile, and the international border with Canada.
The first 20 minutes of the flight are the most critical for the right side; keep your camera ready for the Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon. Morning flights are ideal for the right side as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the canyon walls without causing glare on the window.
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Las Vegas Strip
A stunning view of the dense resort corridor and the MSG Sphere immediately following takeoff from McCarran.
Valley of Fire
Brilliant red Aztec sandstone formations and jagged gray and tan limestone mountains north of Lake Mead.
Front Range Rockies
High-altitude views of the snow-capped peaks near Denver and the transition from mountains to the Great Plains.
Chicago Skyline
On a clear day and depending on the specific flight path, the distant skyline of Chicago may be visible across Lake Michigan.
Lake Michigan Coastline
The sandy dunes and coastal towns of Western Michigan as the flight enters the Great Lakes region.
For the best views of the Las Vegas Strip, check the prevailing winds; most departures toward the east will place the city on the left. During winter months, the left side offers the best views of the northern Colorado Rockies' snowpack. Seat yourself in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the desert terrain.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,808 km (1,745 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 45 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)
Route Type: Domestic
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