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YVR → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular gallery of the Pacific Northwest's most iconic volcanoes and the dramatic desert landscapes of Nevada's Basin and Range province.
Mount Baker
An enormous, ice-covered volcano just across the border in Washington state visible shortly after takeoff.
Cascade Range
A continuous chain of snow-capped peaks including the massive Mount Rainier and Mount Adams.
High Desert Transition
Watch the lush green forests of the north transform into the arid textures of the Great Basin.
Valley of Fire
Stunning red sandstone formations visible shortly before the final descent into the Vegas valley.
Lake Mead
The vast blue reservoir and Hoover Dam area provide a sharp contrast to the surrounding Mojave Desert.
Choose a seat in front of the wing for the best view of the Cascade volcanoes. On morning flights, the low sun angle highlights the glacial crevasses on the mountain peaks. Keep your eyes peeled about 20 minutes before landing for the brilliant red rocks of the Valley of Fire which glow intensely in the afternoon sun.
Salish Sea
Aerial views of the San Juan Islands and the Olympic Peninsula coastline during the departure phase.
Three Sisters
A trio of distinctive volcanic peaks located in the central Oregon wilderness.
Death Valley
On clear days, the white salt flats of the lowest point in North America are visible on the far horizon.
Las Vegas Strip
The world-famous skyline, including the Luxor pyramid and the Sphere, often appears on this side during landing.
Red Rock Canyon
The towering Aztec Sandstone cliffs located just west of the Las Vegas valley during the final approach.
The right side is the prime choice for seeing the Las Vegas Strip on approach, especially if the wind dictates a landing from the west or north. During evening flights, you will enjoy a front-row seat to the desert sunset. Use a high shutter speed for photos to capture the vibrant neon lights of the Strip as you descend.
Distance: 1,597 km (992 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: International
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