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TUS → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Tucson International Airport (Tucson) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic approach into Las Vegas, including prime views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, and usually the best angle for the Las Vegas Strip.
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Santa Catalina Mountains
Towering 9,000-foot peaks rising sharply from the Tucson valley floor shortly after takeoff.
Superstition Mountains
Fabled, jagged mountain range located just east of the flight path near Phoenix.
Lake Mead
The brilliant blue waters of the largest reservoir in the US contrasting against the red desert.
Hoover Dam
The massive concrete arch-gravity dam on the Colorado River, usually visible during the descent.
Las Vegas Strip
A spectacular view of the world-famous hotel skyline as the plane banks for its final approach.
This is the 'money side' for this route. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating Lake Mead and the Strip perfectly. During the descent into LAS, the plane often makes a large U-turn over Lake Mead, giving the right side a panoramic view of the dam and the valley.
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Saguaro National Park West
Dense forests of giant saguaro cacti visible immediately following departure from Tucson.
Sonoran Desert Vistas
Vast, untouched desert landscapes and rugged volcanic peaks of south-central Arizona.
Phoenix Metro West
Distances views of the White Tank Mountains and the western edges of the Phoenix valley.
Hassayampa River Canyon
Deep desert canyons and winding dry riverbeds characteristic of the Arizona highlands.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy stunning desert sunsets without the direct glare. Keep an eye out for the massive open-pit mines visible in the distance south of the Phoenix area.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 587 km (365 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: TUS (32.116100311279304, -110.94100189208984)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: Domestic
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