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LAS → SJC
Which side of the plane to sit from McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (San Jose)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct perspective of the dramatic transition from the arid Mojave Desert into the towering, snow-capped peaks of the Southern Sierra Nevada and the vast Central Valley.
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Spring Mountains
Immediately after takeoff, view the rugged limestone ridges of Mount Charleston towering over the Vegas valley.
Death Valley
Look down upon the salt flats of Badwater Basin and the Panamint Range as you cross the California border.
Mount Whitney
Spot the highest peak in the contiguous United States among the jagged granite spires of the Sierra Nevada.
Sequoia National Park
Witness the dense evergreen canopies and deep glacial canyons of the southern Sierra range.
Central Valley
A vast geometric patchwork of almond orchards and agricultural fields stretching toward the horizon.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the Sierra peaks. During winter, the snow cover on the mountains is breathtaking. On the final approach into SJC, you may catch glimpses of the Santa Cruz Mountains to the west.
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Las Vegas Strip
Depending on departure direction, capture an aerial view of the iconic casinos and the Sphere during initial climb.
Red Rock Canyon
The brilliant crimson Aztec Sandstone cliffs are clearly visible just west of the city limits.
Mono Lake
On more northerly flight paths, look for the unique ancient saline lake and its tufa towers.
Lick Observatory
As the plane descends over the Diablo Range, look for the white domes atop Mount Hamilton.
San Francisco Bay
Views of the South Bay salt ponds with their vibrant red and orange hues during the final descent.
The right side is superior for seeing the Las Vegas skyline immediately after takeoff if the winds favor a westbound departure. It also provides the best views of the Silicon Valley sprawl and the Diablo Range during the descent into San Jose.
Book Hotels in San JoseDistance: 620 km (385 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Arrival: SJC (37.362598, -121.929001)
Route Type: Domestic
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