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ONT → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Ontario International Airport (Ontario) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic San Jacinto mountain face, the intricate patterns of the Coachella Valley, and a clear sightline to the Salton Sea and Phoenix's South Mountain.
San Jacinto Peak
The massive 10,834-foot granite face that towers over Palm Springs is visible shortly after takeoff.
Coachella Valley
View the green patchwork of golf courses and date palm groves surrounded by harsh desert terrain.
Salton Sea
The shimmering blue expanse of California's largest lake is visible to the south across the desert floor.
Colorado River
A clear view of the river crossing at the California-Arizona border near the town of Blythe.
Phoenix Skyline
Typical flight paths from the west provide a sweeping view of downtown Phoenix and South Mountain Park.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun is positioned to the south/west, illuminating the desert colors. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes into the flight for the best view of the Palm Springs area.
San Bernardino Mountains
Direct views of Mount San Gorgonio, the highest peak in Southern California at 11,503 feet.
Joshua Tree National Park
See the transition from the Mojave to the Colorado desert landscapes along the park's northern boundary.
Lake Pleasant
During the descent into Phoenix, look for this large reservoir nestled in the Bradshaw Mountains.
North Phoenix Suburbs
Aerial perspectives of the planned communities and desert preserves of Scottsdale and Deer Valley.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. This side provides the best view of the snow-capped peaks of the San Bernardino range during winter months.
Distance: 521 km (324 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: ONT (34.05599975585937, -117.60099792480467)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: Domestic
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