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MTJ → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Montrose Regional Airport (Montrose CO) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the highest peaks in the contiguous United States, including Mount Elbert, and showcases the iconic high-alpine landscapes of the Sawatch Range and Summit County.
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Grand Mesa
The world's largest flat-topped mountain, often capped with snow and dotted with hundreds of lakes.
Mount Elbert
The highest point in Colorado and the entire Rocky Mountain chain, standing at 14,440 feet.
Dillon Reservoir
The deep blue waters of the reservoir surrounded by world-famous ski resorts like Keystone and Silverthorne.
Summit County Ski Areas
Bird's-eye views of the runs at Copper Mountain and Breckenridge as you cross the Continental Divide.
Boulder Flatirons
Distinctive slanted rock formations visible as the plane begins its descent over the Front Range toward the plains.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to catch the transition from the Uncompahgre Valley into the high Rockies. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Sawatch Range are particularly breathtaking. Watch for the 'Big V' shape of the Continental Divide as you cross over into the Eastern Slope.
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Black Canyon of the Gunnison
A vertical, narrow, and dramatic canyon that is one of the deepest and most striking in North America.
Blue Mesa Reservoir
Colorado's largest lake, located within the Curecanti National Recreation Area.
Collegiate Peaks
A stunning line of 14,000-foot peaks named after famous universities: Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and Columbia.
Pikes Peak
Visible in the distance to the southeast, this iconic mountain stands alone on the edge of the plains.
Denver Skyline
Depending on the landing pattern, you may get a sweeping view of downtown Denver's skyscrapers against the mountain backdrop.
The Black Canyon appears almost immediately after takeoff, so don't wait to look out the window. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting on the eastern faces of the Collegiate Peaks. If the plane approaches DEN from the south, the right side offers the best views of the Denver metropolitan area and the transition into the High Plains.
Book Hotels in DenverDistance: 316 km (196 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: MTJ (38.5097999573, -107.893997192)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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