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YYC → DEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Calgary International Airport (Calgary) to Denver International Airport (Denver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a continuous and breathtaking panorama of the Rocky Mountain spine, stretching from the jagged peaks of Alberta to the iconic 14ers of Colorado.
Canadian Rockies
Aerial views of the Kananaskis and Banff peaks shortly after departure from Calgary.
Glacier National Park
Dramatic glacial-carved valleys, jagged ridges, and high-altitude lakes of Montana's 'Crown of the Continent'.
Bob Marshall Wilderness
Vast stretches of untouched forest and the massive limestone 'Chinese Wall' escarpment.
Yellowstone Plateau
Distant views of the high volcanic plateau and the rugged Teton Range appearing on the southern horizon.
Longs Peak
The massive 14,259-foot diamond-faced summit that dominates Rocky Mountain National Park.
Boulder & The Flatirons
The distinctive slanted sandstone rock formations leaning against the foothills near the city of Boulder.
This is the premier side for mountain enthusiasts. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you or overhead, perfectly illuminating the eastern faces of the mountains. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes before arrival for the best views of the Colorado Front Range.
Southern Alberta Foothills
The geometric patterns of Canadian agriculture meet the first ripples of the mountain foothills.
Chief Mountain
An isolated, prominent peak that stands alone on the border between the plains and the mountains.
Missouri River
The winding blue thread of the Missouri River as it cuts through the central Montana plains near Great Falls.
Casper Mountain
The northern terminus of the Laramie Mountains in Wyoming, rising sharply above the high desert.
Denver International Airport
The famous white fabric roof of the Jeppesen Terminal, designed to mimic the snow-capped Rockies.
Choose this side for softer morning light during early flights to avoid glare. It is also the better side for viewing the expansive High Plains and the unique architectural layout of Denver International Airport during the final approach.
Distance: 1,445 km (898 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 56 min
Departure: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Arrival: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Route Type: International
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