The right side captures the only two genuinely scenic moments of this mostly flat-plains route: the Rocky Mountain foothills during Denver's southbound departure and the Atlanta skyline during the westbound final approach.
Flight Path
Great Plains of Kansas and Oklahoma, the low wooded ridges of the Ozark Plateau over Missouri and Arkansas, and the Mississippi River lowlands near Memphis before descending into the Georgia Piedmont
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEN
RIGHTDEN's south-flow departures (favored by prevailing winds) send eastbound flights climbing out on a southbound heading before turning east, which puts the Front Range foothills and the jagged Rocky Mountain skyline on the right side of the aircraft for a couple of minutes before the plains take over.
Landing at ATL
RIGHTATL's typical west-flow arrivals bring aircraft in on a westbound final approach, and since downtown Atlanta sits north of the airport, the skyline appears on the right side of the plane during the last few minutes of descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denver International (DEN) to The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Atlanta. The right side captures the only two genuinely scenic moments of this mostly flat-plains route: the Rocky Mountain foothills during Denver's southbound departure and the Atlanta skyline during the westbound final approach.
What can I see during takeoff from Denver International in Denver?
During takeoff from Denver International (DEN), sit on the Right side for the best views. DEN's south-flow departures (favored by prevailing winds) send eastbound flights climbing out on a southbound heading before turning east, which puts the Front Range foothills and the jagged Rocky Mountain skyline on the right side of the aircraft for a couple of minutes before the plains take over. Notable sights include: Front Range foothills, Rocky Mountain peaks west of Denver, suburban Denver grid, Chatfield Reservoir area.
What can I see when landing at The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International in Atlanta?
When landing at The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL), sit on the Right side for the best views. ATL's typical west-flow arrivals bring aircraft in on a westbound final approach, and since downtown Atlanta sits north of the airport, the skyline appears on the right side of the plane during the last few minutes of descent. Notable sights include: Downtown Atlanta skyline (Bank of America Plaza), Georgia State Capitol area, green suburban tree canopy of Clayton County.
How long is the flight from Denver to Atlanta?
The flight from Denver International (DEN) to The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) takes 2h 55m.
What does the Denver to Atlanta flight path pass over?
Great Plains of Kansas and Oklahoma, the low wooded ridges of the Ozark Plateau over Missouri and Arkansas, and the Mississippi River lowlands near Memphis before descending into the Georgia Piedmont