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YWG → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (Winnipeg) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route because it provides the best vantage point for the iconic approach over Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam, as well as the deep red hues of the southern Utah canyons.
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Black Hills
Ancient mountain range in South Dakota, visible as a dark forested island in the plains.
Bryce Canyon
Stunning aerial view of the unique red rock hoodoos and amphitheaters of southern Utah.
Flaming Gorge
A vibrant emerald-green reservoir cutting through deep red canyon walls on the Wyoming-Utah border.
Hoover Dam
The massive engineering marvel spanning the Colorado River, visible about 10-15 minutes before landing.
Las Vegas Strip
A dazzling view of the iconic hotel skyline and bright lights when landing from the east.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Hoover Dam on descent. In the late afternoon, the low sun illuminates the Utah desert in brilliant oranges and reds. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the canyons.
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Canadian Prairies
The geometric patterns of Manitoba and Saskatchewan agricultural fields stretching to the horizon.
Grand Tetons
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of Wyoming's most famous mountain range, often visible mid-flight.
Great Salt Lake
The vast, shimmering expanse of North America's largest saltwater lake in northern Utah.
Red Rock Canyon
Vivid red sandstone formations on the western edge of the Las Vegas Valley.
Salt Lake City
The urban grid of the city nestled against the dramatic base of the Wasatch Mountains.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It offers excellent views of the Grand Teton range in Wyoming and the expansive Great Salt Lake. Look out for the rugged peaks of the Montana Rockies mid-flight.
Book Hotels in Las VegasDistance: 2,108 km (1,310 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 49 min
Departure: YWG (49.909999847399995, -97.2398986816)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: International
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