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TUL → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Tulsa International Airport (Tulsa) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Mogollon Rim and the southern extension of the Rocky Mountains as the flight crosses from the plains into the high desert.
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Black Mesa
Visible in the distance where Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado meet, marking the highest point in the state of Oklahoma.
Sangre de Cristo Range
The southernmost subrange of the Rocky Mountains, often snow-capped during winter and spring months.
Mogollon Rim
A massive geological cliff that marks the edge of the Colorado Plateau, featuring a dramatic 2,000-foot drop-off.
Phoenix Valley Approach
Panoramic views of the Camelback Mountain and the sprawling grid of the Valley of the Sun during the final turn to land.
This side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun. Approximately 40 minutes before landing, keep your eyes peeled for the sharp transition of the Mogollon Rim. If the flight path is slightly northern, you may even catch a glimpse of the San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff.
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Oklahoma High Plains
Watch the landscape shift from the lush green of eastern Oklahoma to the geometric agricultural patterns of the western plains.
Texas Panhandle
Vast stretches of arid land near Amarillo, often featuring massive wind farms and the distant Palo Duro Canyon system.
Gila Wilderness
Rugged, forested mountain terrain in southwestern New Mexico, offering a dark green contrast to the surrounding desert.
Superstition Mountains
As you descend into Phoenix, these iconic volcanic peaks provide a dramatic gateway to the Salt River Valley.
On this south-facing side, you will encounter significant sun glare during mid-day flights. During the final descent into PHX, look for the Salt River and the distinctive red rock formations near Tempe.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,502 km (933 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: TUL (36.19839859008789, -95.88809967041016)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: Domestic
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