The left side scores marginally higher due to superior takeoff scenery from Denver, where the Front Range foothills and metropolitan area provide meaningful visual interest. The landing at Clovis is equally flat and unremarkable from both sides, but the Denver departure experience tips the overall advantage to the left. This is a short, relatively flat route with limited scenic drama—both sides score low because the flight crosses primarily high plains terrain with minimal topographic variation.
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Flight Path
Denver to Clovis is 386 miles (620 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
High plains of eastern Colorado and northeastern New Mexico, sparse ranching and agricultural areas, no major mountain ranges or water features along the direct flight path, terrain gradually descends from 5,000 feet at Denver to 4,300 feet at Clovis
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEN
LEFTLeft side captures the Denver metropolitan area and the Front Range foothills during initial climb. The city sprawl and the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains provide more visual interest than the right side's open plains.
Landing at CVN
RIGHTRight side offers views of the high plains and the approach to Clovis from the northeast. The terrain transitions from irrigated agricultural areas to drier rangeland, providing more visual variety than the left side's monotonous plains.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denver International (DEN) to Clovis Municipal Airport (CVN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Clovis. The left side scores marginally higher due to superior takeoff scenery from Denver, where the Front Range foothills and metropolitan area provide meaningful visual interest. The landing at Clovis is equally flat and unremarkable from both sides, but the Denver departure experience tips the overall advantage to the left. This is a short, relatively flat route with limited scenic drama—both sides score low because the flight crosses primarily high plains terrain with minimal topographic variation.
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. Left side captures the Denver metropolitan area and the Front Range foothills during initial climb. The city sprawl and the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains provide more visual interest than the right side's open plains. Notable sights include: Denver downtown skyline, Front Range foothills, South Platte River valley, suburban sprawl extending east.
What can I see when landing at Clovis Municipal Airport in Clovis?
When landing at Clovis Municipal Airport (CVN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of the high plains and the approach to Clovis from the northeast. The terrain transitions from irrigated agricultural areas to drier rangeland, providing more visual variety than the left side's monotonous plains. Notable sights include: Llano Estacado (Staked Plains) terrain, agricultural grid patterns, Clovis city lights and runway approach, New Mexico high plains.
How long is the flight from Denver to Clovis?
The flight from Denver International (DEN) to Clovis Municipal Airport (CVN) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 386 miles (620 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Denver to Clovis flight path pass over?
High plains of eastern Colorado and northeastern New Mexico, sparse ranching and agricultural areas, no major mountain ranges or water features along the direct flight path, terrain gradually descends from 5,000 feet at Denver to 4,300 feet at Clovis