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SEA → SAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle) to San Antonio International Airport (San Antonio)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular sequence of volcanic peaks in the Cascades, the unique geography of the Great Salt Lake, and the striking red rock formations of the American Southwest before descending into the Texas Hill Country.
Mt. St. Helens
The famous horseshoe-shaped crater and volcanic blast zone visible south of the Washington border.
Mt. Hood
Oregon's highest point, a stunning stratovolcano that stands out prominently against the horizon.
Great Salt Lake
Expansive salt flats and turquoise waters that create a surreal landscape in the Utah desert.
Canyonlands
Intricate networks of deep canyons and mesas carved by the Colorado and Green Rivers.
Texas Hill Country
Rolling green hills and limestone plateaus during the final approach into San Antonio.
Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to witness a spectacular sunset over the Southwestern deserts. Watch for the transition from the snowy Cascades to the arid Great Basin, which provides some of the most diverse aerial views in North America.
Mt. Rainier
Massive, glacier-clad peak of the tallest mountain in Washington visible immediately after takeoff.
Wind River Range
Jagged granite peaks and high alpine wilderness visible while crossing over Wyoming.
Denver & Front Range
The dramatic point where the Rocky Mountains meet the vast expanse of the Great Plains.
Palo Duro Canyon
The second-largest canyon system in the United States, featuring vibrant red clay and stone.
Sit on the left for the best views of Mt. Rainier during a southbound departure. Morning flights are ideal for this side to catch the sun illuminating the eastern faces of the Rockies without the glare of the afternoon sun.
Distance: 2,854 km (1,773 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Arrival: SAT (29.533700942993164, -98.46980285644533)
Route Type: Domestic
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