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STS → SEA
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (Santa Rosa) to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled parade of the Cascade Range's most iconic volcanoes, including Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, and a dramatic close-up of Mount Rainier during the descent into Seattle.
Mount Shasta
A massive, lone stratovolcano in Northern California that dominates the horizon early in the flight.
Crater Lake
The incredibly deep blue water of the caldera is often visible when the flight path stays slightly inland.
Three Sisters
A cluster of three closely spaced volcanic peaks near Bend, Oregon, offering a striking profile.
Mount Hood
Oregon's highest point, featuring a sharp, iconic peak that often passes very close to the flight path.
Mount St. Helens
The famous horseshoe-shaped crater and the volcanic blast zone are clearly visible from high altitude.
Mount Rainier
The absolute highlight of the trip, this massive glacier-covered giant appears enormous as you descend toward Seattle.
This is one of the most scenic volcanic routes in the world. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the mountain peaks is not obstructed by the engine. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the Cascades. During winter, the entire range is covered in deep snow, making the volcanic craters like St. Helens even more defined.
Mendocino Coastline
Dramatic views of the rugged Northern California cliffs and the Pacific Ocean immediately after departure.
King Range National Conservation Area
Known as the Lost Coast, this is the longest stretch of undeveloped coastline in the contiguous United States.
Oregon Dunes
The vast expanse of shifting sand dunes stretching along the central Oregon coast near Florence.
Olympic Mountains
The snow-capped jagged peaks of Olympic National Park visible to the northwest as you enter Washington airspace.
Puget Sound
The intricate network of islands, waterways, and ferries of the Salish Sea during the final approach.
Choose the left side for spectacular Pacific sunsets on evening flights. On the approach to SEA, if the plane lands from the north, you will get a great view of the Bremerton naval shipyards and the Kitsap Peninsula. Keep an eye out for the distinctive sea stacks along the Southern Oregon coast about 45 minutes into the flight.
Distance: 995 km (618 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: STS (38.50899887, -122.8130035)
Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Route Type: Domestic
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