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MIA → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Florida coastline, the sprawling Everglades, and a breathtaking panoramic view of the Rocky Mountains' Front Range as the plane approaches Denver from the southeast.
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Everglades National Park
Immediately after departure from MIA, witness the vast 'River of Grass' and intricate wetland ecosystems of South Florida.
Emerald Coast
Aerial views of the white sand beaches and turquoise waters along the Florida Panhandle and the Gulf of Mexico.
Mississippi River
The massive, winding artery of the United States, often crossed near the Arkansas-Mississippi border with its distinct oxbow lakes.
Great Plains Patterns
The geometric beauty of circular center-pivot irrigation fields across Kansas and eastern Colorado.
The Front Range
As the flight descends into Denver, enjoy a spectacular horizon-to-horizon view of the snow-capped Rocky Mountains to the west.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you or to your side, providing excellent lighting for the Everglades and the final approach into Denver. Keep a close eye out for Pikes Peak to the southwest during the descent.
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Miami Skyline
Depending on the takeoff direction, catch views of Downtown Miami, Biscayne Bay, and the Atlantic coastline.
Ocala National Forest
View the dense pine scrub and numerous freshwater springs of central Florida's highlands.
Ozark Plateau
The rolling hills and deep green forests of the Ozark Mountains are visible when the flight path trends further north.
Kansas City Metro
A frequent landmark on this corridor, showing the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers.
DEN Airport Layout
Get a bird's-eye view of Denver International's iconic white-tented Jeppesen Terminal and its sprawling runway system.
On afternoon flights, the right side is preferred to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. This side is better for spotting major metropolitan hubs like Little Rock or Kansas City. During the final approach, you'll get a clear view of the unique architecture of the DIA terminal.
Book Hotels in DenverDistance: 2,749 km (1,708 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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