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Best window seat at Burbank Glendale Pasadena

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Taking offLEFT

Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park, Downtown Los Angeles skyline, Glendale

LandingLEFT

Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park, Hollywood Hills, Downtown Los Angeles skyline

🛫 Taking Off from Burbank (BUR)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting south on Runway 15, the left side gives you a great view over Glendale toward the Griffith Park area, with the downtown Los Angeles skyline visible in the distance as the plane climbs. The right side mostly shows the San Fernando Valley sprawl, which is less distinctive.
Look forGriffith Observatory and Griffith Park, Downtown Los Angeles skyline, Glendale, Verdugo Mountains foothills

🛬 Landing at Burbank (BUR)

Best sideLeft
WhyOn the runway 33 approach, aircraft track north from the Los Angeles basin over the Los Feliz/Griffith Park area before turning into Burbank. Left-side passengers get a great view of the Hollywood Hills, Griffith Observatory, and the downtown LA skyline receding behind as the plane lines up for landing.
Look forGriffith Observatory and Griffith Park, Hollywood Hills, Downtown Los Angeles skyline (distant), Verdugo Mountains (opposite side)

Also known as Hollywood Burbank Airport, this is a compact single-terminal airport that's a favorite among Angelenos for its quick curb-to-gate times and easy parking compared to LAX. It sits close to the Verdugo Mountains, which influences approach and departure patterns.

⛰️ Elevation781 ft
🛫 Runways2 (15/33, 08/26)
✈️ HubSouthwest Airlines
📍 NearbyLAX 18 miHHR 19 miLGB 29 miONT 45 miSNA 46 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR)?

At Burbank Glendale Pasadena in Burbank: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park, Downtown Los Angeles skyline, Glendale, Verdugo Mountains foothills.

What can I see during takeoff from Burbank Glendale Pasadena in Burbank?

When taking off from Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing south on Runway 15, the left side gives you a great view over Glendale toward the Griffith Park area, with the downtown Los Angeles skyline visible in the distance as the plane climbs. The right side mostly shows the San Fernando Valley sprawl, which is less distinctive. Notable sights include: Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park, Downtown Los Angeles skyline, Glendale, Verdugo Mountains foothills.

What can I see when landing at Burbank Glendale Pasadena in Burbank?

When landing at Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the runway 33 approach, aircraft track north from the Los Angeles basin over the Los Feliz/Griffith Park area before turning into Burbank. Left-side passengers get a great view of the Hollywood Hills, Griffith Observatory, and the downtown LA skyline receding behind as the plane lines up for landing. Notable sights include: Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park, Hollywood Hills, Downtown Los Angeles skyline (distant), Verdugo Mountains (opposite side).

What factors affect the best window seat at Burbank Glendale Pasadena?

The best window seat at Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Burbank (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.