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YVR → PHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (Phoenix)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the 'Ring of Fire' volcanic peaks. You will see an incredible sequence of major volcanoes including Mount Baker, Rainier, St. Helens, and Hood, followed by the deep blue of Crater Lake.
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Mount Baker
Visible shortly after takeoff, this massive glaciated peak dominates the northern Washington horizon.
Mount Rainier
The most iconic peak of the Cascades, standing at over 14,000 feet with massive glacier systems.
Mount St. Helens
A clear view of the horseshoe-shaped crater left by the historic 1980 eruption.
Mount Hood
Oregon's highest point, a beautiful stratovolcano located just east of the flight path near Portland.
Crater Lake
Look for the intense, deep sapphire blue of this caldera lake, often a highlight of the mid-flight.
Sedona Red Rocks
As you descend into Phoenix, the vibrant red sandstone formations of Northern Arizona come into view.
Sit on the left (port) side for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the eastern faces of the volcanoes. Watch closely about 20-30 minutes after takeoff for the Washington peaks. During winter, the snow coverage on these mountains is breathtaking.
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Puget Sound
Incredible views of the intricate waterways, islands, and coastlines around Seattle and Tacoma.
Olympic Mountains
Rugged, snow-capped peaks to the west, including Mount Olympus, visible across the sound.
Mount Shasta
A massive, lone volcanic giant in Northern California that stands out prominently against the landscape.
Willamette Valley
A lush, green patchwork of Oregon's premier agricultural and wine-producing region.
Sonoran Desert
Extensive desert vistas featuring unique geological textures as you approach the Valley of the Sun.
The right side (starboard) is preferred for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers better views of the sunset over the Pacific horizon and the expansive desert landscapes of the Southwest during the final leg of the flight.
Book Hotels in PhoenixDistance: 1,980 km (1,230 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min
Departure: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Arrival: PHX (33.43429946899414, -112.01200103759766)
Route Type: International
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