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PHX → AUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix) to Austin Bergstrom International Airport (Austin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Mogollon Rim transition, the ancient lava flows of New Mexico, and typically provides a better angle for the Austin skyline and Hill Country lakes during the approach.
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Tonto National Forest
Upon departure, view the rugged canyons and saguaro-dotted landscapes of central Arizona.
Mogollon Rim
The massive topographical transition between the low desert and the high Colorado Plateau.
El Malpais National Monument
Identify the stark, dark scars of ancient volcanic lava flows across the New Mexico desert floor.
The Llano Estacado
Witness the mesmerizing geometric patterns of circular irrigation fields across the high plains of West Texas.
Lake Travis
See the winding blue waters of the Texas Hill Country as the plane descends toward Austin.
Austin Skyline
Often visible on the final approach, showcasing the rapidly growing Frost Bank and Independent towers.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is also preferred for the approach into AUS, as the aircraft often turns over the Hill Country, offering views of the Colorado River and downtown.
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South Mountain Park
Immediately after takeoff, see one of the largest municipal parks in the US bordering Phoenix.
Chihuahuan Desert
Vast stretches of arid beauty extending south toward the Mexican border.
Permian Basin Oil Fields
A dense grid of access roads and pads marking one of the world's most productive energy regions.
San Antonio Corridor
On clear days, you can spot the northern suburbs of San Antonio and the I-35 corridor.
Colorado River
The river that snakes through Austin is often visible just before touchdown at Bergstrom.
The right side is spectacular for night flights over West Texas, where the lights of the oil fields create a 'glittering carpet' effect. Beware of the harsh southern sun during midday flights.
Book Hotels in AustinDistance: 1,401 km (871 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Arrival: AUS (30.194499969482425, -97.6698989868164)
Route Type: Domestic
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