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LAX โ PVU
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Provo Municipal Airport (Provo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Colorado River system, Lake Mead, and the stunning red rock formations of Southern Utah's national parks during the cruise phase.
Inland Empire Sprawl
A birds-eye view of the dense urban grid of San Bernardino and Ontario against the mountain backdrop.
Hoover Dam
The massive concrete arch-gravity dam is often visible where the Colorado River meets Lake Mead.
Lake Mead
The brilliant blue waters of the reservoir provide a sharp contrast to the surrounding burnt-orange desert.
Red Rock Country
Stunning aerial perspectives of the cliffs and canyons near Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks.
Dixie National Forest
A transition to high-altitude greenery and alpine plateaus before the drop into the Provo area.
Sit on the right for the most iconic Southwestern geology. During afternoon flights, the 'Golden Hour' provides spectacular lighting on the red rocks of Southern Utah. Keep your camera ready about 40 to 50 minutes after takeoff for the Lake Mead crossing.
San Gabriel Mountains
Dramatic views of Mount San Antonio (Mt. Baldy) shortly after climbing out of the LA basin.
Mojave National Preserve
Expansive desert vistas featuring cinder cones and vast dry lake beds across the California-Nevada border.
Las Vegas Strip
Depending on the specific airway, a clear view of the high-rise resorts and the MSG Sphere to the north.
Mount Nebo
The highest peak in the Wasatch Range, marking the final approach into the Utah Valley.
Utah Lake
A low-altitude view of the freshwater lake's eastern shore as the plane aligns for the PVU runway.
Morning flights are ideal for the left side to keep the sun behind the aircraft, providing better lighting for the Las Vegas skyline. Look out for the snow-capped Wasatch peaks during winter months as you begin the descent.
Distance: 915 km (569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: PVU (40.219200134277, -111.72299957275)
Route Type: Domestic
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