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SFO → BUR
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to Bob Hope Airport (Burbank)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers iconic panoramas of the California coastline, including Monterey Bay and the Channel Islands, providing a more scenic maritime experience.
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Pacific Coastline
Continuous views of the rugged California cliffs where the Santa Cruz Mountains meet the sea.
Monterey Bay
The distinct crescent shape of the bay, featuring Santa Cruz to the north and the Monterey Peninsula to the south.
Channel Islands
On clear days, Anacapa and Santa Cruz Islands are visible jutting out of the Pacific near Santa Barbara.
Santa Monica Mountains
Dramatic ridges and canyons that signal the final approach into the San Fernando Valley.
The right side is superior for coastal photography. Book a morning flight to catch the sun illuminating the coastline. Be prepared for occasional marine layer fog which may obscure the water near the coast.
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San Francisco Bay
Aerial views of the San Mateo Bridge and the bustling ports of the East Bay immediately after takeoff.
Silicon Valley
Look down at the sprawling tech campuses of Palo Alto, Mountain View, and San Jose as you head south.
San Joaquin Valley
The vast, geometric patchwork of California's agricultural heartland stretching toward the horizon.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
The white and red tracks of world-class roller coasters are clearly visible in Valencia during the descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides the best view of the San Francisco skyline if the plane departs on a northern heading before looping south.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 525 km (326 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: BUR (34.200698852539055, -118.35900115966795)
Route Type: Domestic
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