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PSP → PDX
Which side of the plane to sit from Palm Springs International Airport (Palm Springs) to Portland International Airport (Portland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the 'Ring of Fire,' showcasing an incredible succession of volcanic peaks including Mount Shasta, Mount Jefferson, and a dramatic close-up of Mount Hood during the descent.
Joshua Tree National Park
Aerial perspective of the high desert's unique rock formations and Mojave landscapes shortly after departure.
High Sierra
Distal views of the jagged eastern spine of the Sierra Nevada mountains through Central California.
Mount Shasta
The massive, snow-capped double peak of this iconic Northern California stratovolcano.
Crater Lake
The deep, brilliant blue waters of the caldera often visible depending on the specific flight corridor.
The Three Sisters
A trio of majestic volcanic peaks that dominate the skyline of Central Oregon.
Mount Hood
A stunningly close view of Oregon's highest peak as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into PDX.
Sit several rows behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the volcanic peaks. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfectly illuminated photos of Mount Shasta and Mount Hood. If the flight lands to the west at PDX, the view of Mount Hood on the right is one of the best in aviation.
San Jacinto Peak
Dramatic views of the 10,834-foot peak towering over the Coachella Valley immediately after takeoff.
Central Valley
The vast expanse of California's agricultural heartland stretching toward the Coast Ranges.
Klamath National Forest
Dense, rugged evergreen canopies spanning the border between California and Oregon.
Willamette Valley
The lush greenery and urban centers of Oregon's most populated corridor as you approach Portland.
Coast Range
Distant views of the mountain ridges that separate the inland valleys from the Pacific Ocean.
Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Pacific Coast Range. This side is also excellent for viewing the steep north face of Mount San Jacinto during the initial climb out of PSP.
Distance: 1,406 km (874 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: PSP (33.829700469970696, -116.50700378417967)
Arrival: PDX (45.58869934, -122.5979996)
Route Type: Domestic
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