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PHF → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Newport News Williamsburg International Airport (Newport News) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior lighting for photography on this westbound route, avoiding direct solar glare while providing excellent views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the northern range of the Rockies during the descent.
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Colonial Williamsburg
A glimpse of the historic triangle and the York River immediately after taking off from PHF.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Crisp views of the Shenandoah Valley and the iconic blue-tinted mountain ridges of Virginia.
The Ohio River
The wide, silver ribbon of the Ohio River as you cross near the West Virginia and Ohio border.
Midwestern Patchwork
Vibrant green and gold farmland across Indiana and Illinois, organized in a perfect grid.
Longs Peak
The prominent 14,259-foot peak in Rocky Mountain National Park is a highlight during the northern approach to Denver.
This is the 'cool' side of the plane with indirect light, perfect for taking photos without window reflections. During the winter, the snow-covered peaks of the northern Rockies appear much more dramatic from this side as the plane turns for its final approach.
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James River Meanders
Aerial views of the winding James River and the Southside Virginia landscape shortly after departure.
Southern Appalachians
The rolling, forested ridges of the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests.
St. Louis Gateway
On more southerly flight paths, look for the distant silhouette of the Gateway Arch and the Mississippi River.
Kansas High Plains
The geometric beauty of circular crop irrigation patterns across the vast Great Plains.
Pikes Peak
One of Colorado's most famous 'Fourteeners' is often visible to the south during the arrival into DEN.
The left side faces south, meaning it will be very bright during daytime flights; keep your window shade partially closed to avoid heat. Look for the distinct transition from the green Midwest to the arid High Plains about two-thirds through the journey.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,461 km (1,529 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 17 min
Departure: PHF (37.13190079, -76.49299622)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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