Departing westward provides views of Ocean Beach, the winding waterways of Mission Bay, and the coastline stretching toward La Jolla.
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.
The right side offers a superior view of the initial climb over the Pacific Ocean, the stark contrast of the Imperial Valley agriculture, and usually provides a better angle of the Houston skyline during the descent into IAH.
While both sides offer vast ocean views, the Right Side provides a superior departure view of the Southern California coastline and a stunning perspective of the Hawaiian island chain and Maui's north shore upon arrival.
The right side provides a superior perspective of the Salton Sea's expanse, the striking golden Imperial Sand Dunes, and the fascinating geometric patterns of the US-Mexico border landscape.
The right side is slightly superior as it offers iconic views of the San Diego coastline and Coronado Bridge during takeoff, followed by a high probability of spotting the Gateway Arch on the approach into St. Louis.
The right side offers a superior departure view of the San Diego skyline and harbor, followed by expansive desert vistas and a scenic approach into the Boise foothills.
The Right Side offers an iconic view of the San Diego skyline and the striking visual line of the international border before transitioning into the rugged Laguna Mountains.
The left side provides the most iconic views, ranging from the Grand Canyon in the Southwest to the spectacular Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty upon the final approach into Newark.
The left side offers superior views of the Salton Sea shortly after takeoff and better visibility of the diverse desert landforms across Arizona and New Mexico, including the distant white shimmer of gypsum dunes.
The left side offers a more diverse landscape transition from the Peninsular Ranges of California to the high-altitude plateaus and volcanic fields of northern Arizona and New Mexico.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the turquoise Gulf of California and the dramatic volcanic peaks surrounding the Valley of Mexico during the final approach.
The left side offers a superior view of the San Bernardino Mountains and the spectacular Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan during the descent into Midway.