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RNO → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Reno Tahoe International Airport (Reno) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular gallery of the American West, featuring the eastern Sierra Nevada, the stark white expanses of Death Valley, a direct view of the Las Vegas Strip, and the iconic Hoover Dam.
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Eastern Sierra Nevada
The dramatic, jagged peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains rise sharply against the horizon shortly after takeoff.
Death Valley
The white salt flats of Badwater Basin and the colorful hills of Zabriskie Point are visible in the distance.
Las Vegas Strip
A perfect aerial view of the mega-resorts and high-rises as you pass just to the east of the city.
Hoover Dam & Lake Mead
The massive concrete dam and the sprawling blue waters of the reservoir against the red desert rock.
Lake Havasu
A clear view of the Colorado River's expansion and the vibrant blue oasis in the Sonoran Desert.
The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon or night flights; the Las Vegas Strip glow is a major highlight. For the best views of Hoover Dam, look down approximately 10-15 minutes after passing Las Vegas. Be aware that summer afternoons can be hazy, making the distant Sierra peaks harder to spot.
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Walker Lake
A striking turquoise-blue natural lake in the high desert of Nevada near Hawthorne.
Area 51 & Nevada Test Site
Distant views of the restricted Groom Lake salt flat and various volcanic craters in central Nevada.
Grand Canyon West
On many flight paths, you can see the western rim of the Grand Canyon and the winding Colorado River.
Coconino National Forest
The lush green high-altitude forests and volcanic peaks surrounding Flagstaff, Arizona.
Mogollon Rim
The massive limestone and sandstone escarpment marking the edge of the Colorado Plateau.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct sun glare. This side is superior for viewing the tectonic textures of the Great Basin and the western fringes of the Grand Canyon. Keep an eye out for the perfectly circular Lunar Crater Volcanic Field about 30 minutes after departure from Reno.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 967 km (601 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: RNO (39.49909973144531, -119.76799774169922)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: Domestic
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