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Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
Passengers on the left side often enjoy sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline and the Golden Gate Bridge as the aircraft climbs and maneuvers north.
Passengers on the left side often enjoy sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline and the Golden Gate Bridge as the aircraft climbs and maneuvers north.
The left side is significantly more scenic for this polar route, offering the best views of the high Arctic glaciers and a high probability of witnessing the Aurora Borealis during the night-time crossing.
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular parade of the Cascade Range's most iconic volcanic peaks, including Mount Shasta, Mount Rainier, and Mount St. Helens, alongside views of the Seattle skyline.
While both sides are spectacular, the right side consistently offers a more dramatic view of Yosemite National Park, Mono Lake, and the vivid red rock formations of the Colorado Plateau and Southern Rockies.
The left side offers the most iconic landmarks, including a spectacular bird's-eye view of Yosemite National Park, the sapphire waters of Mono Lake, and the vast salt flats of Death Valley.
The left side offers unparalleled views of the rugged Northern California coastline, including the iconic Point Reyes peninsula and the remote, roadless wilderness of the Lost Coast.
The right side of the aircraft is the clear winner, offering a front-row seat to the dramatic peaks of the Cascade Range, including the massive Mount Shasta and the stunning deep blue of Crater Lake.
The left side offers the quintessential arrival experience into Hawaii, featuring unparalleled views of Diamond Head and the Waikiki coastline, alongside iconic San Francisco landmarks upon departure.
The right side offers a premier coastal experience, showcasing the dramatic transition from the San Francisco Peninsula to the sweeping arc of Monterey Bay.
The Right Side is the clear winner for its legendary departure views of the San Francisco skyline and Golden Gate Bridge, followed by a high probability of seeing the Atlanta skyline upon arrival.
The Right Side is significantly more scenic as it follows the Great Circle route, hugging the northern Pacific rim and offering views of the Aleutian Islands and the spectacular volcanoes of Kamchatka and the Kuril Islands.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic high Sierra peaks including Yosemite, the vibrant red rock formations of southern Utah and Colorado, and the lush Shenandoah Valley during the descent into Virginia.
The left side is superior for this route as it provides an incredible panorama of the Central American volcanic arc during the descent, along with diverse views of the Mexican interior and the Mojave desert.