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YYC → LAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Calgary International Airport (Calgary) to McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior approach into Las Vegas, typically offering views of Lake Mead and the iconic Las Vegas Strip during the descent, along with the vast expanses of the Great Salt Lake.
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Calgary Skyline
A final look at the Calgary Tower and downtown core as you climb southward.
Great Salt Lake
The massive, shimmering body of water in Utah with visible salt crusts along the edges.
Wasatch Range
Dramatic views of the rugged mountains that border the eastern edge of the Great Salt Basin.
Red Rock Country
Stunning vistas of the high desert and canyon lands of southern Utah from a distance.
Lake Mead
The deep blue waters of the reservoir contrasted against the stark desert landscape near the Hoover Dam.
Las Vegas Strip
An unparalleled view of the mega-resorts and the Sphere when approaching from the east or north.
For the best lighting on the desert landscape, choose a morning flight to avoid the afternoon glare. On the descent into LAS, the pilot often patterns the aircraft past Lake Mead; the left side is the prime spot for spotting the Las Vegas Strip if the wind is coming from the south. Keep your camera ready as soon as the descent begins over the Utah-Nevada border.
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Canadian Rockies
Immediately after takeoff, witness the snow-capped peaks of Kananaskis and Banff to the west.
Glacier National Park
Aerial views of the 'Crown of the Continent' with its jagged peaks and alpine lakes.
Bitterroot Mountains
Fly over the dense forests and steep ridges of the Idaho and Montana border.
Snake River Plain
Observation of the unique volcanic geology and circular irrigation patterns of southern Idaho.
Great Basin Desert
The vast, desolate beauty of the basin-and-range province stretching across Nevada.
Valley of Fire
Vibrant red sandstone formations that appear to glow when the sun hits them at the right angle.
The right side is unbeatable during the first 30 minutes of the flight for views of the high Rockies. During winter months, the snow-covered peaks of Montana and Idaho are particularly breathtaking on this side. If the flight arrives in the late afternoon, you will experience a stunning sunset over the Sierra Nevada mountains in the far distance, though glare can be an issue.
Book Hotels in Las VegasDistance: 1,674 km (1,040 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Arrival: LAS (36.08010101, -115.1520004)
Route Type: International
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