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PHX → ONT
Which side of the plane to sit from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix) to Ontario International Airport (Ontario)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of Phoenix's iconic peaks during takeoff and provides a closer look at the massive San Bernardino Mountains and alpine lakes during the descent into Ontario.
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Camelback Mountain
Phoenix's most famous landmark, easily spotted just north of the airport shortly after takeoff.
Mount San Gorgonio
The highest peak in Southern California at 11,503 feet, often covered in snow during winter and spring.
Big Bear & Lake Arrowhead
Alpine lakes and dense evergreen forests of the San Bernardino National Forest visible during descent.
Inland Empire Basin
A clear view of the sprawling urban grid of San Bernardino and Rancho Cucamonga before landing.
Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. This side is particularly spectacular in winter when the San Bernardino Mountains are snow-capped, providing a sharp contrast to the desert floor below.
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South Mountain Park
The largest municipal park in the US, featuring rugged desert trails and the Phoenix TV towers.
Colorado River
The blue ribbon of water marking the border between Arizona and California near Blythe.
Coachella Valley
Vast desert vistas with the Salton Sea often visible on the horizon to the southwest.
San Jacinto Peak
A dramatic 10,834-foot peak that towers over the desert floor during the approach into Ontario.
Choose this side for late afternoon or sunset flights to see the desert landscape illuminated in gold. Keep an eye out for the San Jacinto Mountains which provide a stunning vertical backdrop as you enter the San Gorgonio Pass.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 521 km (324 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Arrival: ONT (34.05599975585937, -117.60099792480467)
Route Type: Domestic
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