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PHX → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled window into the heart of the American West, featuring the dramatic drop-offs of the Grand Canyon, the jagged spires of the Grand Tetons, and the pristine glacial landscapes of Montana and Alberta.
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Grand Canyon North Rim
Early in the flight, catch the massive scale of the Colorado River carving through the deep red strata of the canyon floor.
Bryce Canyon & Zion
Aerial perspectives of the pink cliffs and hoodoos of Southern Utah's high desert plateaus.
Great Salt Lake
The stark contrast between the turquoise salt-saturated waters and the surrounding white salt flats near Salt Lake City.
Grand Teton Range
The iconic, steep-sided peaks of the Tetons rising abruptly from the Jackson Hole valley floor in Wyoming.
Glacier National Park
The 'Crown of the Continent' reveals its sharp ridges, U-shaped valleys, and remnant glaciers near the international border.
Canadian Rockies
Massive limestone peaks and dense evergreen forests as the plane begins its final descent toward Calgary.
Book an early morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the red rocks of Arizona and Utah perfectly. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the Grand Tetons isn't blocked, as the plane often flies very close to this range. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of Glacier National Park provide incredible contrast for photography.
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The dramatic geological edge where the Arizona desert ascends into the world's largest ponderosa pine forest.
Canyonlands National Park
The intricate 'Island in the Sky' mesa and the confluence of the Green and Colorado rivers in Eastern Utah.
Yellowstone Lake
The largest high-elevation lake in North America, often surrounded by visible geothermal steam vents.
Montana High Plains
The vast 'Big Sky Country' where the rolling prairies meet the rising foothills of the Rocky Mountain Front.
Calgary Skyline
On a standard southern approach, the glass skyscrapers of downtown Calgary and the iconic Calgary Tower are visible.
The right side is excellent for catching the sunrise on morning departures from Phoenix. While it misses the Tetons, it provides a better view of the massive Yellowstone Lake and the unique transition from the Great Plains to the mountains. Keep an eye out for the shadow of the plane on the clouds or plains below during the mid-day sun.
Book Hotels in CalgaryDistance: 1,973 km (1,226 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min
Departure: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: International
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