Right-side seats capture the more visually distinctive departure scenery from Accra's coastal geography. While the Las Vegas landing favors the left, the takeoff experience from Ghana offers more varied and interesting visual transitions.
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Flight Path
Accra to Las Vegas is 7,351 miles (11,830 km), a flight of about 14 hours 30 minutes.
Depending on routing: Sahara Desert (if northern routing through North Africa), Mediterranean coastline (if European hub routing), Atlas Mountains (Morocco/Algeria), or Arabian Peninsula and Persian Gulf (if Middle Eastern routing). The Atlantic Ocean crossing westbound from Africa. The Appalachian Mountains or Great Plains (if final approach from the east across North America).
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ACC
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Accra's coastal geography as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the Atlantic coastline, Accra city sprawl, and the transition from urban to rural Ghana.
Landing at LAS
LEFTLeft-side seats provide the best views during approach to Las Vegas. You'll see the dramatic transition from the Mojave Desert to the Las Vegas Valley, with the Strip and surrounding mountains clearly visible during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kotoka International (ACC) to Mc Carran International (LAS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Accra to Las Vegas. Right-side seats capture the more visually distinctive departure scenery from Accra's coastal geography. While the Las Vegas landing favors the left, the takeoff experience from Ghana offers more varied and interesting visual transitions.
What can I see during takeoff from Kotoka International in Accra?
During takeoff from Kotoka International (ACC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Accra's coastal geography as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the Atlantic coastline, Accra city sprawl, and the transition from urban to rural Ghana. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean coastline, Accra urban area, Volta River delta region to the east, Gulf of Guinea.
What can I see when landing at Mc Carran International in Las Vegas?
When landing at Mc Carran International (LAS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide the best views during approach to Las Vegas. You'll see the dramatic transition from the Mojave Desert to the Las Vegas Valley, with the Strip and surrounding mountains clearly visible during descent. Notable sights include: Spring Mountains (northwest), Las Vegas Valley floor, The Strip (city center), Red Rock Canyon escarpment.
How long is the flight from Accra to Las Vegas?
The flight from Kotoka International (ACC) to Mc Carran International (LAS) takes about 14 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 7,351 miles (11,830 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Accra to Las Vegas flight path pass over?
Depending on routing: Sahara Desert (if northern routing through North Africa), Mediterranean coastline (if European hub routing), Atlas Mountains (Morocco/Algeria), or Arabian Peninsula and Persian Gulf (if Middle Eastern routing). The Atlantic Ocean crossing westbound from Africa. The Appalachian Mountains or Great Plains (if final approach from the east across North America).