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MKE → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from General Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Grand Canyon region and a superior perspective of the Los Angeles basin and the Pacific Ocean during the final approach.
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Chicago Horizon
On a clear day, look south shortly after takeoff to catch the distant silhouette of the Chicago skyline across Lake Michigan.
Southern Rockies
Dramatic views of the Colorado high peaks as the flight crosses the Continental Divide.
Grand Canyon & Lake Powell
Stunning vistas of the Colorado River, the deep red hues of the Grand Canyon, and the bright blue waters of Lake Powell.
Meteor Crater
The world's best-preserved meteorite impact site is often visible near Winslow, Arizona.
Los Angeles Basin
Panoramic views of downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood sign, and the coast during the descent into LAX.
Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the Grand Canyon isn't blocked. For evening flights, the left side captures the 'Golden Hour' glow over the Arizona desert. During the LAX approach, the left side is best for seeing the Pacific Ocean if the plane performs a seaward loop before landing.
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Lake Michigan Shoreline
Immediate views of the Milwaukee lakefront and the deep blue of Lake Michigan right after takeoff.
Midwestern Patchwork
The geometric precision of the Great Plains' agricultural fields across Iowa and Nebraska.
Rocky Mountain National Park
The rugged, snow-capped northern peaks of the Colorado Rockies offer a majestic mountain landscape.
Utah Red Rocks
Incredible views of the Arches and Canyonlands area, featuring unique geological formations and mesas.
San Bernardino Mountains
Close-up views of the high peaks surrounding the Los Angeles basin as the aircraft begins its final descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. It offers excellent views of the rugged Utah terrain. If the flight takes a more northerly path, you may see the Great Salt Lake in the distance. Note that this side faces away from the city center during the standard LAX landing pattern.
Book Hotels in Los AngelesDistance: 2,821 km (1,753 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 46 min
Departure: MKE (42.94720077514648, -87.89659881591797)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: Domestic
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