Passengers on the right side will enjoy views of the Mississippi and Minnesota River confluence and the historic Fort Snelling. Depending on the departure route, you may also see the Minneapolis or St. Paul skylines in the distance.
The right side offers superior views of iconic geological landmarks including Devil's Tower and the jagged peaks of the Grand Tetons, followed by a dramatic crossing of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
The left side of the aircraft is widely considered the superior choice for this route, particularly for the dramatic finale. As you approach Las Vegas from the northeast, the left side offers prime views of Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, and, most importantly, a stunning panoramic view of the Las Vegas Strip during the final descent into Harry Reid International Airport.
The right side offers superior views of iconic landmarks including the Black Hills, the northern Great Salt Lake, and a spectacular descent over Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada crest.
While both sides offer spectacular views of the Pacific Northwest's volcanic peaks, the left side provides the most dramatic, close-up encounter with the massive snow-capped Mt. Hood during the final approach into Portland.
The left side provides a premier view of the transition from the Great Plains to the Rocky Mountains, culminating in a spectacular descent past the Sandia Mountains into Albuquerque.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic red rock canyons of Utah and the vast expanse of the Grand Canyon region, finishing with a scenic descent over the San Bernardino Mountains.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic Southwestern landmarks, including the turquoise waters of Lake Powell and the northern edges of the Grand Canyon.
The right side is generally superior as it offers a higher probability of viewing the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty during the final approach into JFK, alongside early views of the Mississippi River.
The left side is superior for this short hop because it offers the iconic view of the Chicago skyline and the Lake Michigan shoreline during the typical arrival sequence into Midway.
The Left Side offers the most iconic landmarks, including a bird's-eye view of the Appalachian Mountains and the stunning transition from the Atlantic Ocean to the Florida coastline during the final descent.
The Left Side is the clear winner for this route, offering iconic views of the Mississippi River, potential glimpses of major Southern cities, and most importantly, the stunning approach over Isla Mujeres and the turquoise waters of the Cancun Hotel Zone.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Midwest prairies to the rugged Badlands and the majestic Black Hills of South Dakota, followed by the jagged peaks of the Bighorn Mountains.