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RDM → SFO
Which side of the plane to sit from Roberts Field (Redmond-Bend) to San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unrivaled parade of Pacific Northwest volcanic giants, including the Three Sisters, Crater Lake, and the majestic Mount Shasta.
Cascade Peaks
Breathtakingly close views of the Three Sisters and Mount Bachelor immediately after departure.
Crater Lake
Look directly down to see the crystal-clear, deep blue waters of the famous caldera lake.
Mount Shasta
The massive 14,179-foot stratovolcano is the highlight of the trip, visible for nearly 100 miles.
Northern Coastal Ranges
Dense forests and rugged ridges as you cross from Oregon into Northern California.
Golden Gate Bridge
Depending on the SFO arrival pattern, you may catch a glimpse of the bridge and the Marin Headlands.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain lovers. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes for the Three Sisters. About 25 minutes into the flight, scan the ground for the unmistakable deep blue of Crater Lake. Mount Shasta will dominate the landscape for a significant portion of the flight. For the best lighting on the peaks, choose a morning flight.
High Desert Plains
Sweeping views of the unique Oregon lava fields and high-altitude scrublands south of Redmond.
Lassen Volcanic Park
Spot the snow-capped Lassen Peak, the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range.
Sacramento Valley
The vast, geometric grid of California's agricultural heartland stretching toward the horizon.
San Francisco Bay
Aerial views of the East Bay, the Port of Oakland, and the Bay Bridge during the final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct western sun glare. You will get excellent views of the Sacramento Delta and the urban sprawl of the East Bay. During the final descent into SFO, this side often provides a clearer look at the colorful salt ponds and the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge.
Distance: 745 km (463 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: RDM (44.2541008, -121.1500015)
Arrival: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Route Type: Domestic
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