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MFE → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Mc Allen Miller International Airport (Mcallen) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more consistent parade of iconic Southwestern landmarks, including the highest peaks in Texas, the brilliant white dunes of New Mexico, and a prime view of the Hoover Dam during the descent into Las Vegas.
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Guadalupe Mountains
View El Capitan and Guadalupe Peak, the highest point in Texas, rising dramatically from the desert floor.
White Sands National Park
The glistening white gypsum dunes of New Mexico create a stark, beautiful contrast against the surrounding brown terrain.
Chiricahua Mountains
Dramatic 'Sky Island' mountain ranges in Southeast Arizona known for their unique rock pinnacles.
Sonoran Desert
Expansive views of the arid landscape as you cross from New Mexico into Arizona.
Lake Mead
The massive blue expanse of the reservoir provides a striking visual marker of the approach to Nevada.
Hoover Dam
This engineering marvel is typically visible on the left side during the 'BOULDER CITY' arrival pattern into LAS.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. An early morning flight is ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Guadalupe Mountains and White Sands with crisp, direct light. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the Hoover Dam.
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Pecos River
Watch the deep canyons carved by this historic river as it winds through the West Texas scrubland.
Carlsbad Caverns Area
The rugged surface terrain of the Guadalupe Ridge which hides the famous cave systems below.
Mogollon Rim
The massive geological fault line that defines the southern edge of the Colorado Plateau in Arizona.
Meteor Crater
On more northerly flight paths, look for the perfectly circular impact site near Winslow, Arizona.
Las Vegas Strip
Depending on the landing direction (Runway 26L), the right side can offer a panoramic view of the casino skyline during the final turn.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. While it offers fewer 'major' national parks, the geological textures of the Mogollon Rim are fascinating. If the winds are from the East, the right side becomes the preferred side for the best view of the Las Vegas Strip during landing.
Book Hotels in Las VegasDistance: 1,946 km (1,209 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: MFE (26.17580032, -98.23860168)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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