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LAX â PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior overall experience, featuring the dramatic San Gabriel Mountains shortly after takeoff and the most iconic view of the Philadelphia skyline during the final approach.
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San Gabriel Mountains
Rugged, snow-capped peaks visible immediately after climbing out of the Los Angeles basin.
Las Vegas Strip
The bright lights and high-rise hotels of the Mojave desert's most famous city are often visible to the north.
Colorado Rockies
Stunning aerial views of the Continental Divide and the high-altitude peaks of the Front Range.
Lake Erie
The southern shoreline of the Great Lakes is frequently visible as you transition toward the East Coast.
Philadelphia Skyline
A perfect panoramic view of Center City's skyscrapers during the standard arrival patterns into PHL.
For the best views of the Philadelphia skyline, aim for a window seat on the left. On clear nights, this side also offers better views of city lights across the Midwest. Morning flights are ideal for this side as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, reducing glare for photography.
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Joshua Tree
The unique desert ecosystems and rock formations of the High Desert region in California.
Grand Canyon
The massive scale of the Colorado River's path through Northern Arizona is a highlight of the southwestern leg.
Meteor Crater
A near-perfectly preserved impact site clearly visible in the flat Arizona desert landscape.
St. Louis Arch
The 'Gateway to the West' can often be spotted as the flight crosses the Mississippi River.
Appalachian Mountains
Rolling green ridges and deep valleys stretching across the landscape of Pennsylvania.
The right side is the prime choice for viewing the Grand Canyon and the Painted Desert. However, because you are flying east, the sun will be on the right side for most of the day, which can make the cabin warmer and cause significant window glare. Close your shades during the mid-flight cruise to keep the cabin cool.
Book Hotels in PhiladelphiaDistance: 3,856 km (2,396 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 32 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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