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SFO → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular vantage point for the chain of Pacific Northwest volcanoes, including Mount Rainier and Mount Hood, as well as the striking blue of Crater Lake.
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Golden Gate & Marin
Aerial views of the iconic bridge and the rugged coastline of the Marin Headlands shortly after departure.
Crater Lake
The deep sapphire waters of the volcanic caldera in Southern Oregon are often visible about an hour into the flight.
The Cascades
Sequential views of Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, and the massive glaciated dome of Mount Rainier.
Puget Sound
Distances views of the intricate waterways and islands of the Seattle area and Washington coast.
Canadian Rockies
As the flight nears Calgary, enjoy the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Selkirk and Purcell mountain ranges.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, perfectly illuminating the Cascade volcanoes to the west. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes after takeoff for the Oregon peaks.
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San Francisco Bay
Excellent views of the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, and the dense urban grid of the East Bay during climb-out.
Napa Valley
The neatly gridded vineyards and rolling green hills of California's premier wine country.
Lassen Volcanic Park
The massive lava dome of Lassen Peak marks the southern end of the Cascade Range.
Glacier National Park
Stunning views of the 'Crown of the Continent' and Waterton Lakes near the US-Canada border.
Calgary Skyline
A clear view of the Calgary Tower, the Bow building, and the Saddledome during the final descent into YYC.
The right side is superior for city views both at departure (SFO/Oakland) and arrival (Calgary). During the winter months, the low sun from the south provides excellent contrast on the mountain ridges of the Rockies as you cross into Alberta.
Book Hotels in CalgaryDistance: 1,638 km (1,018 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: International
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