PHX → YVR

Mojave Desert

Aerial views of the stark, arid landscapes of the Mojave and the eastern edges of the Sierra Nevada mountains shortly after leaving Arizona.

Mount Shasta

The massive, isolated stratovolcano in Northern California dominates the horizon with its snow-capped peak and satellite cone, Shastina.

Crater Lake

On clear days, the impossibly deep blue water of Oregon's caldera lake is visible nestled within the surrounding mountains.

Cascade Volcanoes

A stunning progression of peaks including Mount Jefferson, the Three Sisters, and the towering silhouette of Mount Rainier in Washington.

Olympic Mountains

As the flight nears the border, the rugged, glaciated peaks of the Olympic Peninsula appear to the west across the Puget Sound.

Salish Sea & Islands

During the descent into YVR, enjoy views of the San Juan and Gulf Islands dotting the sparkling blue waters between the mainland and Vancouver Island.

San Francisco Peaks

Views of Arizona's highest point and the lush Coconino National Forest north of Phoenix shortly after takeoff.

Great Basin

The 'basin and range' topography of Nevada and Eastern Oregon, showing unique geological patterns and salt flats.

Columbia Plateau

The vast, golden basalt plateau and agricultural patchwork of Eastern Washington carved by the Columbia River.

North Cascades

As the flight crosses into Canada, look for the sharp, jagged peaks of the North Cascades National Park to the east.

Fraser Valley

The final approach often follows the winding Fraser River through the fertile agricultural heartland of British Columbia.

Metro Vancouver

Views of the sprawling suburbs of Surrey, Burnaby, and New Westminster during the final stages of the landing pattern.