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PDX → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Portland International Airport (Portland) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Cascade Range volcanoes shortly after takeoff and typically provides the most iconic view of the Las Vegas Strip during the final approach.
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Mount Hood
Oregon's highest peak appears almost immediately after takeoff to the southeast of PDX.
Three Sisters
A trio of closely grouped volcanic peaks near Bend, visible as you track south.
Great Basin Desert
Dramatic basin-and-range topography across Nevada featuring salt flats and rugged ridges.
Las Vegas Strip
On the standard arrival into LAS, the left side usually faces the famous skyline during the descent.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Strip. Morning flights are ideal for the Cascades as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes. During winter, look for the sharp contrast between snow-capped peaks and the dark basalt of the high desert.
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Willamette Valley
Lush green valley floor and agricultural lands visible during the initial climb out of Portland.
Mount Bachelor
A prominent shield volcano and major ski destination visible in Central Oregon.
Mount Charleston
The snow-capped summit of the Spring Mountains which towers over the Las Vegas Valley.
Red Rock Canyon
Vibrant Aztec Sandstone formations on the western edge of the Las Vegas basin visible on final approach.
Choose the right side for sunset flights; the view of the sun dipping behind the Sierra Nevada mountains to the far west is spectacular. On arrival, this side offers the best view of the rugged desert wilderness and Red Rock Canyon.
Book Hotels in Las VegasDistance: 1,228 km (763 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: PDX (45.58869934, -122.5979996)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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