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LAS → MAF
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Midland International Airport (Midland)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the most iconic geological landmarks of the American Southwest, including the immediate transition from the Las Vegas Strip to Lake Mead and the distal views of the Grand Canyon's south rim.
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Las Vegas Strip
Directly after takeoff, catch a panoramic view of the neon-lit hotels and the massive Sphere before banking east.
Lake Mead & Hoover Dam
Aerial perspective of the vast blue reservoir and the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam nestled in the Black Canyon.
San Francisco Peaks
Distant views of Arizona's highest points near Flagstaff, often snow-capped during winter and spring.
Painted Desert
Vibrant, multi-colored badlands extending across Northern Arizona, showcasing layers of siltstone and shale.
Sandia Mountains
A striking mountain range overlooking Albuquerque, New Mexico, featuring steep granite cliffs that glow pink at sunset.
Book a window seat on the left (port) side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photos of Lake Mead. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of flight for the Hoover Dam. During winter months, look for the stark contrast of snow on the high-altitude New Mexico peaks against the desert floor.
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Mojave National Preserve
Expansive views of the Joshua Tree-filled desert landscape and rugged volcanic cinder cones.
Mogollon Rim
The massive geological escarpment in Arizona that marks the boundary between the Colorado Plateau and the desert.
White Sands (Distance)
On clear days, the shimmering white gypsum dunes of southern New Mexico are visible on the distant horizon.
Permian Basin
The industrial grid of the oil fields becomes visible as you approach Midland, featuring thousands of pumpjacks and access roads.
Midland Skyline
A clear view of the 'Tall City' skyline and the sprawling West Texas plains during the final descent.
On late afternoon flights, the right side will experience significant glare from the sun. However, this side is excellent for seeing the unique industrial geography of the Permian Basin oil patches. Use a polarized filter for photos to cut through the desert haze typical of the Texas-New Mexico border.
Book Hotels in MidlandDistance: 1,278 km (794 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: MAF (31.9424991607666, -102.2020034790039)
Route Type: Domestic
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