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MCE → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Merced Regional Macready Field (Merced) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the transition from the rugged Central Valley to the stunning Pacific coastline and the Santa Monica mountains during the descent into LAX.
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Carrizo Plain
Clear views of the San Andreas Fault line and unique geological formations in this national monument.
Los Padres National Forest
Dense, mountainous terrain and deep canyons as you cross the coastal range toward the sea.
Channel Islands
On clear days, Anacapa and Santa Cruz islands are visible floating on the horizon to the west.
Malibu and Santa Monica
The famous coastline, piers, and beaches are visible as the aircraft aligns with the LAX runways.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. This side also provides the best views of the airport's iconic 'The Theme Building' and the coastline during the final seconds before touchdown.
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Sierra Nevada Range
Distant views of the snow-capped High Sierra peaks to the east throughout the first half of the flight.
San Joaquin Valley
Intricate patterns of orchards, vineyards, and agricultural fields that define California's heartland.
Pyramid Lake
The deep blue reservoir nestled in the Tehachapi Mountains near the famous Grapevine section of I-5.
Downtown Los Angeles
The iconic skyline and Wilshire Grand Center visible as the plane maneuvers for its final approach from the east.
Sit on the left side during morning flights to see the sunrise over the Sierras without harsh glare. Keep an eye out for the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory as the plane enters the Los Angeles Basin from the north.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 418 km (260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: MCE (37.28469849, -120.5139999)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: Domestic
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