SAN → SMF

Pacific Coastline

Breathtaking views of the rugged California coast, particularly the area around Santa Barbara and Big Sur.

Channel Islands

The chain of eight islands off the coast of Southern California often visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

San Francisco Bay Area

As the plane heads north, you can often see the San Francisco Peninsula, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Bay in the distance.

Monterey Bay

The iconic crescent-shaped bay and the deep blue waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

Sierra Nevada Mountains

The majestic snow-capped peaks of the high Sierras are visible to the east throughout much of the flight.

Central Valley

The vast, geometric patchwork of California's agricultural heartland stretching for hundreds of miles.

Sutter Buttes

Visible during the descent into SMF, these are known as the world's smallest mountain range, rising abruptly from the flat valley floor.

San Diego Skyline

A brief but stunning view of the San Diego downtown area and Balboa Park immediately after takeoff.