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LAS → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views, including the Las Vegas Strip immediately after departure and a perfect perspective of the Downtown Los Angeles skyline and SoFi Stadium on the final approach into LAX.
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Las Vegas Strip
Unparalleled views of the mega-resorts like the Luxor, Caesars Palace, and the Sphere during initial climb.
Red Rock Canyon
Striking red sandstone formations and cliffs located just west of the Las Vegas Valley.
Victorville Boneyard
The Southern California Logistics Airport where hundreds of retired commercial aircraft are stored.
San Gabriel Mountains
Rugged, steep mountain terrain including Mount Baldy, forming the northern wall of the LA Basin.
Downtown Los Angeles
The cluster of skyscrapers including the Wilshire Grand and US Bank Tower during the final descent.
SoFi Stadium
The massive, futuristic canopy of the NFL stadium in Inglewood, visible just moments before touchdown.
For the best view of the Strip, hope for a western departure. On approach to LAX, flights typically fly east-to-west; the right side provides a direct view of DTLA and the Hollywood Sign in the distance. Night flights are particularly spectacular for seeing the neon lights of Vegas and the endless grid of LA.
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Dense residential patterns of the Las Vegas Valley set against the stark desert landscape.
Ivanpah Solar Facility
Massive fields of mirrors and three glowing power towers near the California-Nevada border.
San Bernardino Mountains
The highest peaks in Southern California, including Mount San Gorgonio, often snow-capped in winter.
I-15 Mojave Corridor
The winding highway connecting the two cities through the vast, arid Mojave Desert.
Orange County Coastline
Distant views of the Pacific Ocean and the Southern California coast as the plane descends.
Look for the blindingly bright Ivanpah Solar Facility about 15 minutes after takeoff. This side is best for morning flights to avoid the harsh afternoon glare from the southern sun. If the plane circles south for arrival, you may catch a glimpse of the Long Beach port.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 380 km (236 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: Domestic
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