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PVU → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Provo Municipal Airport (Provo) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic shift from the red rocks of Southern Utah to the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam and the dense urban sprawl of the Los Angeles basin during arrival.
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Utah Lake
Immediate views of Utah's largest freshwater lake and the Provo shoreline right after takeoff.
Southern Utah Canyons
Stunning vistas of the rugged, red-tinted terrain near the Zion National Park region.
Lake Mead
The vast blue expanse of the reservoir contrasting sharply against the Mojave Desert's arid landscape.
Hoover Dam
A clear view of the massive concrete arch-gravity dam on the Colorado River.
Mount San Gorgonio
The highest peak in Southern California, often snow-capped during winter and spring months.
SoFi Stadium
As the flight descends into LAX, the massive canopy of the stadium is visible on the left approach.
For the most dramatic experience, book an afternoon flight; the sun will be behind you, illuminating the red rocks and Lake Mead without glare. On the final approach into LAX, keep your eyes peeled for the downtown Los Angeles skyline and the distinctive architecture of the sports complexes in Inglewood.
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Las Vegas Strip
Depending on the flight path, a bird's-eye view of the iconic casinos and the High Roller observation wheel.
Mojave National Preserve
Expansive views of Joshua Tree forests, cinder cones, and vast sand dunes.
Mount Baldy
A close-up look at the San Gabriel Mountains' highest peak during the descent into the basin.
Hollywood Sign
If the plane enters LA from the north/east, the famous sign and Griffith Observatory can often be spotted.
Santa Monica Bay
Sweeping views of the Pacific coastline as the plane lines up for the final landing strip.
The right side is excellent for night flights to see the brilliant lights of Las Vegas. During the day, it provides the best view of the Mojave's dry lake beds. Note that visibility in Los Angeles can be affected by the morning marine layer, so midday flights often offer the clearest views of the mountains and coastline.
Book Hotels in Los AngelesDistance: 915 km (569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: PVU (40.219200134277, -111.72299957275)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: Domestic
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