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LAS → MFE
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Mc Allen Miller International Airport (Mcallen)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a prime view of the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead immediately after departure, followed by the spectacular White Sands National Park in New Mexico and the sprawling Permian Basin.
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Lake Mead
The largest reservoir in the US by volume, showcasing vibrant blue water against the desert reds.
Hoover Dam
An engineering marvel visible shortly after takeoff as the plane banks toward the southeast.
Mogollon Rim
A massive topographical shelf in Arizona marking the edge of the Colorado Plateau.
White Sands
A massive expanse of white gypsum sand dunes located in the Tularosa Basin of New Mexico.
Permian Basin
A sprawling network of oil fields and industrial infrastructure across West Texas.
For the best views of Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam, secure a window seat on the left side; these landmarks appear within the first 10 minutes of flight. Morning flights on this side offer the best lighting for photographing the New Mexico desert without direct sun glare. Watch for the stark white contrast of the gypsum dunes mid-flight.
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Sloan Canyon
Rugged desert peaks and conservation areas located just south of the Las Vegas Valley.
Franklin Mountains
Stark mountain ranges near El Paso that mark the gateway to the southern Texas border region.
Rio Grande
The winding river forming the international boundary between the United States and Mexico.
RGV Agriculture
The lush patchwork of citrus groves and crop fields characteristic of the Rio Grande Valley approach.
The right side is ideal for seeing the vastness of the Chihuahuan Desert and the rugged border terrain. During the final descent into McAllen, you will have a clear view of the international border and the Rio Grande river. It is best to avoid this side during mid-day flights to prevent overheating from direct sunlight.
Book Hotels in McallenDistance: 1,946 km (1,209 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: MFE (26.17580032, -98.23860168)
Route Type: Domestic
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