The left side delivers the best views at both ends of this short flight — the Front Range on departure and Casper Mountain on arrival. During the cruise portion over central Wyoming, the left side also keeps the Laramie Range and occasional glimpses of the Medicine Bow Mountains in view to the west.
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Flight Path
Denver to Casper is 230 miles (370 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.
The flight crosses the high plains of southeastern Wyoming, passing over the Laramie Range foothills, the broad Shirley Basin, and the open sagebrush terrain of Carbon and Natrona counties. The North Platte River valley becomes visible on descent. Terrain is mostly rolling high plains at 6,000-7,500 feet elevation with sparse ranch land and occasional highway corridors.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEN
LEFTDEN typically departs north or south on runways 16/34 or 17/35. On a northbound departure toward Casper, the left (west) side gives you a direct view of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, including the prominent peaks above Boulder and the Denver metro sprawl below. The right side faces east toward the flat plains with little of interest.
Landing at CPR
LEFTCasper approaches are commonly from the south or southeast on runway 03/21. On approach from the south, the left side faces west and southwest, giving clear views of Casper Mountain rising directly above the city and the North Platte River valley below. The right side looks east toward open high plains with minimal visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denver International (DEN) to Natrona Co International (CPR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Casper. The left side delivers the best views at both ends of this short flight — the Front Range on departure and Casper Mountain on arrival. During the cruise portion over central Wyoming, the left side also keeps the Laramie Range and occasional glimpses of the Medicine Bow Mountains in view to the west.
What can I see during takeoff from Denver International in Denver?
During takeoff from Denver International (DEN), sit on the Left side for the best views. DEN typically departs north or south on runways 16/34 or 17/35. On a northbound departure toward Casper, the left (west) side gives you a direct view of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, including the prominent peaks above Boulder and the Denver metro sprawl below. The right side faces east toward the flat plains with little of interest. Notable sights include: Front Range Rocky Mountains, Longs Peak, Denver metro grid, Rocky Mountain Arsenal area.
What can I see when landing at Natrona Co International in Casper?
When landing at Natrona Co International (CPR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Casper approaches are commonly from the south or southeast on runway 03/21. On approach from the south, the left side faces west and southwest, giving clear views of Casper Mountain rising directly above the city and the North Platte River valley below. The right side looks east toward open high plains with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: Casper Mountain, North Platte River, Casper city grid, Laramie Mountains to the south.
How long is the flight from Denver to Casper?
The flight from Denver International (DEN) to Natrona Co International (CPR) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 230 miles (370 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Denver to Casper flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the high plains of southeastern Wyoming, passing over the Laramie Range foothills, the broad Shirley Basin, and the open sagebrush terrain of Carbon and Natrona counties. The North Platte River valley becomes visible on descent. Terrain is mostly rolling high plains at 6,000-7,500 feet elevation with sparse ranch land and occasional highway corridors.