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SAN → FAT
Which side of the plane to sit from San Diego International Airport (San Diego) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (Fresno)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic mountain ranges of California, including the San Gabriel Mountains and the majestic Sierra Nevada as you approach Fresno.
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San Diego Skyline
Immediately after takeoff, enjoy a bird's-eye view of Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park.
San Gabriel Mountains
Fly past the towering peaks of the Transverse Ranges, often snow-capped in winter months.
Tejon Pass
Watch the I-5 'Grapevine' wind through the mountains as you transition from Southern California to the Central Valley.
Sierra Nevada Range
The highlight of the trip, featuring the massive granite peaks of the southern Sierras to the east.
Sequoia Foothills
As you approach FAT, view the rugged terrain leading into Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
Book the right side for morning flights to see the Sierra Nevada illuminated by the early sun. This side is consistently more scenic for mountain lovers, as it tracks the high terrain of the interior. Keep an eye out for Mount Baldy as you bypass the LA area.
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Pacific Coastline
Breathtaking views of the Southern California coast, including La Jolla and the beaches of North County San Diego.
Channel Islands
On clear days, see Catalina and San Clemente Islands shimmering in the Pacific to the west.
Los Angeles Basin
A sprawling view of the LA metropolis, including the busy ports of Long Beach and San Pedro.
San Joaquin Valley
The geometric patterns of California's agricultural heartland become visible as the plane descends into Fresno.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to witness the sun setting over the Pacific. If the aircraft takes off toward the west, you will get an immediate, sweeping view of the ocean. During the summer, look for the 'marine layer' of clouds hugging the coast.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 505 km (314 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: SAN (32.7336006165, -117.190002441)
Arrival: FAT (36.77619934082031, -119.71800231933594)
Route Type: Domestic
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