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Our Recommendation
9.2

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.

Right Side Highlights
9.2
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Cascade Peaks

Breathtakingly close views of the Three Sisters and Mount Bachelor immediately after departure.

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Crater Lake

Look directly down to see the crystal-clear, deep blue waters of the famous caldera lake.

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Mount Shasta

The massive 14,179-foot stratovolcano is the highlight of the trip, visible for nearly 100 miles.

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Northern Coastal Ranges

Dense forests and rugged ridges as you cross from Oregon into Northern California.

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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.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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High Desert Plains

Sweeping views of the unique Oregon lava fields and high-altitude scrublands south of Redmond.

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Lassen Volcanic Park

Spot the snow-capped Lassen Peak, the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range.

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Sacramento Valley

The vast, geometric grid of California's agricultural heartland stretching toward the horizon.

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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.

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Route Information

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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