Burbank to Denver is 849 miles (1,366 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The left side delivers a consistent mountain narrative from wheels-up to touchdown — San Gabriel peaks at departure, Colorado Plateau mesas and the San Juan Mountains mid-flight, and the Front Range on arrival — while the right side is dominated by flatter desert and plains with only a distant, off-path glimpse of the Grand Canyon.
Flight Path
Mojave Desert, southern Nevada/Arizona high desert, Colorado Plateau mesas, San Juan Mountains, and the northern rim of the Grand Canyon visible in the distance to the south
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BUR
LEFTRunway 15 departures climb south then swing east, putting the San Gabriel Mountains and Verdugo Hills right off the left wing while the San Fernando Valley falls away below. The right side mostly shows the flatter Glendale/Pasadena basin with less relief.
Landing at DEN
LEFTOn the descent into Denver, the flight path curves in from the southwest, keeping the Front Range of the Rockies — including the foothills near Golden and the higher peaks toward Mount Evans — visible on the left as the plains flatten out toward the airport. The right side faces the open high plains with little relief.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR) to Denver International (DEN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Burbank to Denver. The left side delivers a consistent mountain narrative from wheels-up to touchdown — San Gabriel peaks at departure, Colorado Plateau mesas and the San Juan Mountains mid-flight, and the Front Range on arrival — while the right side is dominated by flatter desert and plains with only a distant, off-path glimpse of the Grand Canyon.
What can I see during takeoff from Burbank Glendale Pasadena in Burbank?
During takeoff from Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 15 departures climb south then swing east, putting the San Gabriel Mountains and Verdugo Hills right off the left wing while the San Fernando Valley falls away below. The right side mostly shows the flatter Glendale/Pasadena basin with less relief. Notable sights include: San Gabriel Mountains, Verdugo Hills, Angeles National Forest ridgeline, San Fernando Valley floor.
What can I see when landing at Denver International in Denver?
When landing at Denver International (DEN), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the descent into Denver, the flight path curves in from the southwest, keeping the Front Range of the Rockies — including the foothills near Golden and the higher peaks toward Mount Evans — visible on the left as the plains flatten out toward the airport. The right side faces the open high plains with little relief. Notable sights include: Front Range foothills, Mount Evans area, South Platte River valley, Denver's eastern high plains.
How long is the flight from Burbank to Denver?
The flight from Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR) to Denver International (DEN) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 849 miles (1,366 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Burbank to Denver flight path pass over?
Mojave Desert, southern Nevada/Arizona high desert, Colorado Plateau mesas, San Juan Mountains, and the northern rim of the Grand Canyon visible in the distance to the south