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SFO → OTH
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to Southwest Oregon Regional Airport (North Bend)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the stunning Pacific coastline, featuring the rugged Lost Coast, the Redwood National Park shoreline, and the iconic Point Reyes peninsula.
Golden Gate Bridge
A breathtaking view of the bridge and the Marin Headlands as the aircraft banks north after departing SFO.
Point Reyes National Seashore
The distinctive triangular peninsula and lighthouse standing out against the Pacific surf.
The Lost Coast
The most remote and undeveloped stretch of the California coastline, where the King Range meets the sea.
Redwood National Park
Ancient, towering forests visible along the coastal cliffs as you approach the Oregon border.
Cape Arago Lighthouse
Visible just south of the entrance to Coos Bay during the final approach into North Bend.
Choose the left side for afternoon or evening flights to experience spectacular sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. During the descent into OTH, look closely for the transition from rocky California cliffs to the massive sand dunes characteristic of the Oregon coast. Clear days offer visibility deep into the emerald waters of the continental shelf.
San Francisco Skyline
Unmatched views of the Salesforce Tower, Transamerica Pyramid, and Alcatraz Island immediately after takeoff.
Wine Country
The rolling hills and structured vineyard grids of the Napa and Sonoma valleys.
Mount Shasta
On clear days, the massive 14,179-foot volcanic peak is visible on the eastern horizon.
Klamath National Forest
Vast expanses of dense evergreen wilderness and the winding Klamath River.
Oregon Dunes
The sprawling white sands of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area visible just before landing.
The right side is superior for morning flights as the sun illuminates the inland mountain ranges and the San Francisco city center. It is the best choice if you are interested in spotting the snow-capped peaks of the Cascades in the distance. Keep your camera ready immediately after wheels-up for the best shots of the Bay Area's urban landscape.
Distance: 664 km (413 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: OTH (43.41709899902344, -124.24600219726562)
Route Type: Domestic
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