To PDX?

The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic geographical features of both the Hawaiian Islands and the Pacific Northwest. Shortly after takeoff from Kahului, passengers are treated to an intimate view of the massive Haleakala volcano. As the flight approaches the mainland, the right side provides a stunning sequence of the Cascade Range's most famous volcanic peaks, including Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Rainier, and Mt. Adams.

The left side offers a premier view of the iconic Mount Hood and the southern stretch of the Columbia River Gorge during the descent into Portland, while providing better lighting for the Rockies on afternoon flights.

While both sides offer stunning views of the Cascades upon arrival, the left side provides the most iconic close-up of Mount Hood and the National Mall landmarks during the DCA departure.

The Left Side is generally preferred for this route because it offers the most dramatic and iconic close-up views of Mount Hood during the standard approach into Portland.

The left side is superior for its views of the Aleutian Islands during the mid-Pacific crossing and the stunning approach past Mount Hood into the Willamette Valley.

The right side provides a superior sequence of landmarks, starting with the turquoise waters of Lake Mead and culminating in a breathtaking close-up of Mt. Hood and the Cascade Range on approach to Portland.

The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Cascade Range, specifically a close-up encounter with Mount Hood during the standard arrival sequence into PDX.

The left side is superior primarily for the iconic, close-up view of Mount Hood during the final approach into Portland, complemented by the rugged Bitterroot Range earlier in the flight.

The Right Side is the preferred choice for a 'Volcano Tour,' offering the best proximity to Mount Adams and Mount St. Helens, along with a spectacular approach over the Columbia River toward Portland.