Approaching from the east, passengers on the right side enjoy iconic views of the Downtown Los Angeles skyline, the Hollywood Sign, and Griffith Observatory.
The right side offers a superior mix of diverse landscapes, including the lush Guatemalan highlands, the dramatic Sierra Madre mountain ranges, the vibrant colors of the Sea of Cortez, and the iconic approach into the Los Angeles basin.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of Mauna Kea during takeoff from Hilo and a superior vantage point for the iconic Southern California coastline and Santa Monica Mountains upon arrival at LAX.
The left side offers a superior view of the Japanese archipelago, potential glimpses of the Aleutian Islands, and a stunning perspective of the North American coastline including the Pacific Northwest and the California mountain ranges during the descent.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the San Gabriel Mountains and the iconic Los Angeles skyline during the standard descent into LAX.
The right side of the aircraft offers a continuous panorama of the Mexican coastline, the rugged interior of the Baja Peninsula, and a superior view of the Los Angeles urban landscape during the final approach.
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Sierra Madre Occidental peaks, the dramatic transition of the Sonoran Desert, and a stunning aerial perspective of the San Bernardino Mountains and Downtown Los Angeles during the standard approach.
The right side offers superior lighting for photography on westbound flights and provides iconic views of the Southwest's high deserts, white sand dunes, and the Los Angeles skyline upon arrival.
The right side is the preferred choice for this westbound journey. It offers the best lighting conditions as the sun remains to the south (left) throughout the day, preventing glare and providing clear views of Greenland's ice sheets and the rugged Canadian wilderness.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the Grand Canyon and a more dramatic perspective of the Los Angeles basin during the final approach.
The right side offers spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff and the dramatic transition from the high desert of the Mojave into the coastal Los Angeles Basin.
The left side offers a more scenic panorama including the intricate Mississippi River Delta, the sprawling arid beauty of the Sonoran Desert, and the iconic approach into Los Angeles that often showcases the Pacific coastline.
While both sides offer stunning views of the Sea of Cortez and the Mexican coastline, the right side provides a more diverse perspective including the Sierra Madre mountains, the Salton Sea, and a panoramic approach over the Los Angeles urban sprawl and skyline.