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MAN → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this westbound polar route, offering breathtaking views of Greenland's massive ice sheets and the rugged Canadian Arctic, while avoiding the harsh southern sun glare found on the left side.
Greenland Ice Sheet
A vast, brilliant white expanse of ancient ice and massive glaciers flowing toward the sea, typically visible 3-4 hours after departure.
Baffin Island
Dramatic Arctic tundra, frozen lakes, and incredible mountainous terrain as you enter North American airspace.
Hudson Bay
The flight often crosses the northern reaches of this massive inland sea, which remains partially frozen well into the summer months.
Canadian Rockies
Stunning views of the snow-capped peaks of Alberta and British Columbia as the plane begins its turn southward.
Great Salt Lake
The distinct salt flats and the massive shimmering body of water in Utah are visible approximately 45-60 minutes before landing.
The Las Vegas Strip
When landing to the west (the most common direction), the right side offers a spectacular front-row view of the High Roller, Sphere, and major resorts.
The right side (north-facing) provides softer, more consistent lighting for photography of the Arctic landscapes. To see the Las Vegas Strip, choose a seat on this side as aircraft typically approach from the northeast and turn west to land on runways 26L or 26R. Monitor the flight map about 4 hours in for the Greenland crossing, which is the scenic highlight of the trip.
Southern Greenland Fjords
If the flight path takes a more southerly route, you will see the jagged peaks and deep coastal inlets of the Cape Farewell region.
American Midwest
Vast patchworks of agricultural circles and squares across the Great Plains of the US as you cross into the interior.
Grand Canyon & Lake Mead
On the descent, look for the deep red hues of the Grand Canyon and the turquoise waters of Lake Mead south of the flight path.
Hoover Dam
A glimpse of the massive concrete engineering marvel holding back the Colorado River just before arriving in the Vegas valley.
Henderson Suburbs
Aerial views of the sprawling desert residential developments and golf courses that ring the southern edge of Las Vegas.
The left side (south-facing) will be exposed to direct sunlight for the majority of this 10-11 hour flight, which can make the cabin hot and cause significant glare for photos. Keep your window shade partially closed during the mid-flight crossing. This side is better if the flight path tracks further south over the Grand Canyon area during the final hour of the flight.
Distance: 8,166 km (5,074 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 36 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: International
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