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PVD → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (Providence) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of iconic landmarks, most notably the transition from the high Rockies into the deep canyons of the Colorado River, culminating in a direct view of the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead during the descent into Las Vegas.
East Coast Megalopolis
Distant views of the New York City skyline and the Jersey Shore shortly after departure from Providence.
Appalachian Ridges
The distinctive folded mountain patterns of Pennsylvania and West Virginia visible during the first hour of flight.
Gateway Arch
Look for the silver curve of the St. Louis Arch if the flight path tracks centrally across Missouri.
Pikes Peak
The towering 14,000-foot summit of Pikes Peak marks the entry into the dramatic Colorado Rocky Mountains.
Lake Mead
The massive, bright blue reservoir provides a stark contrast to the surrounding red desert as you begin your final descent.
Hoover Dam
The premier highlight; this engineering marvel is typically visible on the left side just minutes before landing at LAS.
Book a window seat on the left (Seat A) and try to sit forward of the wing for the clearest view of the Hoover Dam. For westbound flights, the left side faces south, meaning you will have the sun shining towards you for much of the day; morning or late afternoon flights provide the most dramatic shadows over the Grand Canyon and Utah terrain.
Lake Erie Shoreline
Views of the Great Lakes coastline and the city of Cleveland are common on northern routing.
Chicago Skyline
On clear days, the Willis Tower and the dense downtown Chicago lakefront are visible to the north.
Nebraska Sandhills
The unique, undulating grass-stabilized sand dunes of the Great Plains create a mesmerizing pattern below.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Provides spectacular views of the snow-capped Front Range and Longs Peak as you cross into the West.
Zion National Park
The deep red and white Navajo Sandstone cliffs of Zion and Bryce Canyon are visible during the cruise over Utah.
Las Vegas Strip
Depending on the wind direction and approach path, the right side often gets a stunning view of the casino lights and architecture.
The right side (Seat F) is ideal for travelers who want to see the Las Vegas Strip during landing, as many arrival patterns bank around the city from the north. Since this side faces north, you will have more consistent indirect lighting, which is perfect for photography of the colorful Utah canyons and the snowy Rockies without the glare of the sun.
Distance: 3,794 km (2,357 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 28 min
Departure: PVD (41.732601, -71.42040300000001)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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