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LAX → YUM
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Yuma MCAS/Yuma International Airport (Yuma)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the San Bernardino Mountains, the Coachella Valley resorts, and the spectacular Algodones Sand Dunes during the final descent.
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Los Angeles Basin
Massive urban sprawl and views of the San Gabriel Mountains during the initial climb.
Mt. San Gorgonio
The highest peak in Southern California, often snow-capped in winter months.
Coachella Valley
Clear views of Palm Springs and the surrounding desert resort communities from above.
Algodones Dunes
The vast, rolling 'Imperial Sand Dunes' located just west of Yuma near the border.
Sit on the left for the best view of the San Gorgonio Pass wind farms and the transition from mountain to desert. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the sand dunes with a golden hue without creating glare on the window.
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Orange County Coast
Distant views of the Pacific coastline and Newport Beach shortly after takeoff.
Mt. San Jacinto
The dramatic, steep northern face of the mountain towering over the desert floor.
Salton Sea
The massive, shimmering expanse of California's largest lake in the middle of the desert.
Imperial Valley
Intense green checkerboard patterns of agricultural fields contrasting against the arid surroundings.
The right side is perfect for spotting the Salton Sea and the deep desert canyons of Anza-Borrego. On morning flights, the lighting is excellent for seeing the textures of the San Jacinto mountain range. Keep an eye out for the US-Mexico border fence stretching across the desert landscape.
Book Hotels in YumaDistance: 381 km (237 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: YUM (32.65660095, -114.6060028)
Route Type: Domestic
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