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LAS โ†’ RDU

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Grand Canyon's North Rim and the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Rockies before crossing the Mississippi River.

Left Side Highlights
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Lake Mead

View the massive turquoise waters and the distinctive 'bathtub ring' against the stark desert landscape shortly after takeoff.

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Grand Canyon North Rim

Witness the incredible depth and geological layers of the canyon's northern sections as the plane heads east.

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Southern Rockies

Soar over the high-altitude peaks of Colorado or New Mexico, often covered in snow during winter and spring months.

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St. Louis Skyline

Depending on the flight path, look for the Gateway Arch and the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers.

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Blue Ridge Mountains

Enjoy the rolling, forest-covered ridges of the Appalachians as you descend into the North Carolina region.

Sit on the left for the best views of the Grand Canyon in the first 30 minutes. Early morning flights are ideal as the rising sun illuminates the canyon walls with vibrant oranges and reds. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Rocky Mountain peaks.

Right Side Highlights
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Hoover Dam

Catch a glimpse of this engineering marvel and the Mike O'Callaghanโ€“Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge immediately after departing LAS.

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Painted Desert

See the vibrant, multi-colored badlands stretching across the Arizona plateau with layers of red, orange, and purple.

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Great Plains Grids

Observe the massive geometric patterns created by center-pivot irrigation systems across Kansas and Oklahoma.

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Great Smoky Mountains

Watch for the hazy, blue-toned peaks of the Smokies as the flight enters the Eastern United States.

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Charlotte & Piedmont

View the sprawling suburbs and lush green canopy of the North Carolina Piedmont during the final descent phase.

The right side is excellent for seeing the Hoover Dam during the initial climb. On evening flights, this side offers beautiful sunset views over the Southern United States. In autumn, look for the patchworks of changing leaf colors as you approach RDU.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,253 km (2,021 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 50 min

Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)

Arrival: RDU (35.877601623535156, -78.7874984741211)

Route Type: Domestic

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