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SFO → MFR
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to Rogue Valley International Medford Airport (Medford)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft is the clear winner for this route, offering a front-row seat to the massive, snow-capped Mount Shasta and the volcanic peaks of the Southern Cascades.
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San Francisco Bay
An incredible panorama of the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, and the East Bay shoreline immediately after takeoff.
Napa Valley
The perfectly manicured geometric patterns of California's premier wine country stretching toward the horizon.
Mount Shasta
The 14,179-foot stratovolcano is the crown jewel of the flight, appearing massive and majestic as you approach the Oregon border.
Lassen Peak
The southernmost active volcano in the Cascades, often visible in the distance over the Sacramento Valley.
For the best view of Mount Shasta, book a seat well ahead of the wing (Rows 1-10) to ensure the engine doesn't block your photos. Morning flights provide the best illumination on the volcano's eastern and southern faces.
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Marin Coastline
Striking views of the Point Reyes National Seashore and the rugged Northern California coast shortly after departure.
Clear Lake
A massive natural freshwater lake in Lake County, often surrounded by volcanic hills and lush forests.
Trinity Alps
Jagged, granite peaks of the Klamath Mountains that remain snow-dusted well into the summer months.
Castle Crags
Ancient granite spires that rise sharply from the evergreen forests of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh eastern sun. It is particularly scenic during the winter months when the Trinity Alps are heavily covered in snow, creating a dramatic alpine landscape.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 530 km (329 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: MFR (42.37419891357422, -122.8730010986328)
Route Type: Domestic
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