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MDW → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Chicago Midway International Airport (Chicago) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Great Plains to the Colorado Rockies, followed by the striking red rock formations of Utah and a direct view of the Las Vegas Strip on the standard arrival path.
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Nebraska Sandhills
The unique rolling grass-stabilized sand dunes spanning the central part of the country.
Front Range Rockies
A spectacular view of the mountains rising abruptly from the plains near Denver.
Canyonlands
The rugged landscape of mesas and canyons carved by the Colorado and Green Rivers.
Zion National Park
Distinctive Navajo Sandstone cliffs and deep canyons visible over southern Utah.
Las Vegas Strip
A premier view of the mega-resorts and the Sphere when landing on the 26 runways.
The right side is the 'money' seat for the Las Vegas arrival. As the plane descends into the valley, the right side typically faces the Las Vegas Strip, offering views of the Luxor pyramid and Caesar's Palace. For photography, use a high shutter speed to capture the sharp details of the Utah canyon topography.
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Chicago Skyline
Aerial views of the Loop and Lake Michigan shoreline shortly after takeoff from Midway.
Mississippi River
Crossing the massive waterway at the border of Illinois and Iowa.
Pikes Peak
The prominent 14,115-foot summit is often visible as you cross into the Southern Rockies.
Lake Powell
The winding blue waters of the reservoir contrasted against the vibrant red rock of Glen Canyon.
Hoover Dam
The massive concrete arch-gravity dam on the Colorado River during the final descent.
The left side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing window glare. Keep an eye out for the Grand Canyon in the distance to the south when passing over the Arizona-Utah border. On clear days, the contrasting colors of the Colorado River are highly visible.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,442 km (1,517 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 15 min
Departure: MDW (41.785999, -87.752403)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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