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PIA โ LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport (Peoria) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the American West, the Right Side provides a superior sequence of geological wonders, including the heart of the Colorado Rockies and the most dramatic sections of Utah's red rock canyon country.
Kansas City
Pass just north of the metropolitan area, seeing the sprawling suburbs and the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers.
The Front Range
Witness the dramatic wall of the Rocky Mountains rising thousands of feet above the Great Plains near Denver.
Canyonlands National Park
Fly over the 'Island in the Sky' and the incredible erosion patterns carved by the Green and Colorado rivers.
Grand Staircase-Escalante
Observe the colorful tiers of the Pink, White, and Vermillion Cliffs stretching across the southern Utah wilderness.
Valley of Fire
Just before landing, look for the brilliant, fire-red Aztec sandstone formations of Nevada's oldest state park.
Zion National Park
Peer down into the deep, narrow canyons and massive monoliths that define this iconic Utah landscape.
The right side is the 'cool side' for afternoon flights, as it faces north away from the sun. This side offers the best views of Utah's 'Mighty 5' national parks territory. Watch the ground closely about 45 minutes before landing for the most intense red rock colors. Seasonal tip: In winter, the snow-covered Rockies on this side are breathtaking.
Mississippi River
Cross the massive silver ribbon of the Mississippi shortly after takeoff, marking the transition from the Midwest.
Sangre de Cristo Mountains
View the jagged, snow-capped peaks of Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico rising sharply from the plains.
Grand Canyon (North Rim)
Catch distant but impressive views of the eastern and northern reaches of the Grand Canyon's immense depth.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the Colorado River reservoir provide a stark, beautiful contrast against the desert terrain.
Hoover Dam
During the descent, look for the engineering marvel of the dam and the Mike O'CallaghanโPat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
Las Vegas Strip
If landing toward the west, the left side offers a classic view of the high-rise casinos and the Sphere.
Sit on the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and illuminate the landscape. This side is also your best bet for spotting the Hoover Dam during the standard arrival into LAS. Be aware that the afternoon sun can be quite intense on this side when flying westward, causing glare on the window.
Distance: 2,269 km (1,410 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 2 min
Departure: PIA (40.664199829100006, -89.6932983398)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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