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LAX → PWM
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Portland International Jetport Airport (Portland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a premier view of the Grand Canyon early in the flight and a scenic coastal approach over the Atlantic into Maine.
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Grand Canyon
A breathtaking perspective of the world's most famous canyon and the winding Colorado River.
Southern Rockies
Bird's-eye view of Colorado's highest peaks, including many famous fourteeners.
Great Plains
Intricate geometric patterns of circular irrigation fields across America's heartland.
Northeast Megalopolis
Distant views of the New York City and Boston skylines as you track along the coast.
Casco Bay
Beautiful views of Maine's 'Calendar Islands' and the rocky coastline on final approach into PWM.
The Grand Canyon typically appears 45 to 60 minutes after departure; sit on the right for the best vantage point. During arrival into Portland, the right side is superior for viewing the historic lighthouses and the jagged Maine coast. Keep your window shade open for the final 15 minutes to see the Atlantic islands.
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Dramatic aerial views of the rugged peaks bordering the Los Angeles basin immediately after takeoff.
Great Salt Lake
The shimmering salt flats and turquoise waters of Utah's unique desert landscape.
Northern Rockies
Stunning vistas of snow-capped ranges stretching across Wyoming and Colorado.
Great Lakes
Expansive views of Lake Michigan and Lake Erie's southern coastlines mid-flight.
White Mountains
The high granite peaks of New Hampshire visible during the initial descent into New England.
Choose the left side for better lighting on morning flights to avoid direct glare. This side is ideal for spotting the Great Lakes and the rugged wilderness of Northern New York and New Hampshire. Look for the distinct peaks of the Presidential Range approximately 30 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 4,243 km (2,636 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: PWM (43.64619827, -70.30930328)
Route Type: Domestic
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