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SAN → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from San Diego International Airport (San Diego) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Pacific coastline during takeoff, the iconic Ivanpah Solar Facility, and the most dramatic perspectives of the Las Vegas Strip during typical northern approach patterns.
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La Jolla & Pacific Coast
Dramatic views of the San Diego shoreline and sea caves as the plane banks north after departure.
San Gabriel Mountains
Clear views of Mount Baldy and the rugged peaks separating the Los Angeles basin from the high desert.
Ivanpah Solar Facility
A futuristic array of thousands of mirrors concentrating sunlight onto three glowing towers in the Mojave.
The Las Vegas Strip
Unparalleled views of the Sphere, Caesars Palace, and the Bellagio fountains during the final descent into LAS.
Sit on the left for the most consistent views of the Las Vegas Strip when landing on Runways 26L/R. For midday flights, the sun is on the opposite side, reducing glare on your window. Look for the 'glowing' solar towers about 15 minutes before landing.
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Downtown San Diego
Direct views of the skyline, Balboa Park, and San Diego Zoo during the initial steep ascent from SAN.
San Gorgonio Pass
The massive wind farms near Palm Springs nestled between the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio mountains.
Mojave National Preserve
Vast stretches of desert wilderness featuring cinder cones, sand dunes, and ancient Joshua Tree forests.
Primm Valley
The 'Buffalo Bill's' roller coaster and casinos marking the California-Nevada border in the middle of the desert.
Choose the right side for early morning flights to see the desert landscape bathed in soft golden light. This side is also better for spotting the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area just before entering the Las Vegas valley.
Book Hotels in Las VegasDistance: 416 km (258 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: SAN (32.7336006165, -117.190002441)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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