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LAS → SEA
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the premier choice for this route, offering spectacular, close-up views of the iconic Cascade Volcanoes including Crater Lake, Mount St. Helens, and a dramatic approach past Mount Rainier.
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Red Rock Canyon
Stunning crimson sandstone formations visible immediately after departing Las Vegas.
Death Valley National Park
The vast, shimmering salt flats of Badwater Basin visible in the distance to the west.
Crater Lake
A breathtaking view of the deep blue caldera and Wizard Island in Southern Oregon.
Mount St. Helens
Clear views of the horseshoe-shaped crater and the 1980 blast zone.
Mount Rainier
The massive, glaciated peak dominates the window during the final descent into Seattle.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the western faces of the mountains. Crater Lake usually appears about 90 minutes into the flight; look for its intense blue color even from high altitudes.
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Lake Mead
The massive reservoir and Hoover Dam area visible if the flight departs to the east.
Valley of Fire
Bright orange Aztec sandstone outcrops located just north of the Las Vegas valley.
Mount Adams
The second-highest peak in Washington, often seen standing solitary and majestic.
Columbia River Gorge
The massive river cutting through the Cascade Range, forming the border of WA and OR.
Bellevue and Lake Washington
Excellent views of the Eastside suburbs and the floating bridges during the final approach.
The right side is better for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun. If the airport is landing to the south (common in winter), you may get a loop around the city of Seattle, providing a great view of the skyline and the Space Needle from the right side.
Book Hotels in SeattleDistance: 1,395 km (867 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Route Type: Domestic
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