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MEM → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Memphis International Airport (Memphis) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides showcase the transition from the Mississippi Delta to the Rockies, the right side typically offers a more dramatic view of the Denver skyline and the prominent peaks of the Northern Front Range during descent.
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Downtown Memphis
Aerial perspective of the Memphis skyline and the iconic Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid near the riverbank.
Kansas Wind Farms
Massive clusters of white wind turbines dotting the landscape, especially visible over western Kansas and eastern Colorado.
Denver Skyline
A clear view of the downtown skyscrapers and Empower Field at Mile High during the standard arrival patterns.
Longs Peak
The massive, flat-topped diamond face of Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park is a highlight of the northern horizon.
DIA Tented Terminal
The iconic white Teflon-coated fiberglass roof of the Jeppesen Terminal, designed to mimic the snow-capped Rockies.
For late afternoon or evening flights, the right side offers spectacular sunset views over the Rocky Mountains. When landing at DEN, this side frequently provides a better vantage point for the airport's unique architecture and the sprawling Denver metro area.
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Mississippi River
A sweeping view of the massive river system and the bridges connecting Tennessee to Arkansas immediately after departure.
Ozark National Forest
Dense forest canopies and rolling ridges spanning the northern Arkansas border region.
Circular Irrigation Fields
The striking geometric 'crop circles' of the High Plains created by center-pivot irrigation systems across Kansas.
Pikes Peak
The southern sentinel of the Front Range becomes visible on the horizon during the descent into the Denver area.
The left side is excellent for morning flights as the sun is positioned behind the aircraft, providing clear, high-contrast views of the Great Plains. Look for the Arkansas River which often parallels the flight path through central Kansas.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,401 km (871 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: MEM (35.04240036010742, -89.97669982910156)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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