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SNA → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport (Santa Ana) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic canyonlands of the Colorado Plateau and a stunning approach into Denver alongside the northern Front Range peaks.
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Orange County Coastline
Aerial view of Huntington Beach and the Pacific horizon immediately following takeoff from SNA.
Mojave Desert
Vast stretches of arid basins and the distant silhouette of the San Bernardino Mountains.
Lake Powell
The striking contrast of deep blue water winding through the red sandstone of Glen Canyon.
Arches National Park
Visible red rock formations and natural arches near Moab, Utah, during the mid-flight cruise.
Front Range Rockies
A close-up view of snow-capped peaks including Longs Peak as the plane begins its descent into Denver.
Book a window seat on the left (Port) for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is also prime for viewing the sunrise over the Rockies on early departures. During winter, look for the 'diamond' shimmer on the snow-covered peaks of the Continental Divide.
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Joshua Tree Area
Rugged granite monzogranite formations and unique desert ecosystems of the Coachella Valley region.
Grand Canyon
Depending on the specific ATC routing, the vast scale of the Grand Canyon's South Rim is often visible to the south.
Monument Valley
The iconic sandstone buttes and spires located on the Arizona-Utah border.
Pikes Peak
The most famous 'Fourteener' in Colorado, standing prominently to the south during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. Keep your camera ready about 45-60 minutes into the flight for potential views of the Grand Canyon. On descent, watch for the sprawling urban landscape of Colorado Springs and the transition from mountains to the Great Plains.
Book Hotels in DenverDistance: 1,360 km (845 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: SNA (33.67570114, -117.8679962)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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