The left side delivers a stronger scenic arc: dramatic Colorado Rockies during departure, sweeping desert canyon country over Utah and Arizona during cruise, and a scenic Pacific coastline and harbor view on final approach into LGB. The right side offers comparatively flat, less varied terrain over the Great Basin.
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Flight Path
Denver to Long Beach is 853 miles (1,373 km), a flight of about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Southern Rocky Mountains giving way to the red rock canyon country of eastern Utah and northern Arizona, followed by the Mojave Desert before descending into the Los Angeles basin
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEN
LEFTDeparting DEN southbound before turning southwest, the left side offers views of the Front Range and central Colorado Rockies, including the Sawatch and Sangre de Cristo ranges with their snow-capped peaks well into spring. The right side mostly shows the flat high plains east of Denver.
Landing at LGB
LEFTOn approach to LGB's runway 30, arriving from the southeast, the left side faces south toward the Pacific coastline, giving passengers views of the Long Beach harbor, Palos Verdes Peninsula, and open ocean with Catalina Island sometimes visible in the distance. The right side mainly shows the dense LA basin and San Gabriel foothills.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denver International (DEN) to Long Beach (LGB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Long Beach. The left side delivers a stronger scenic arc: dramatic Colorado Rockies during departure, sweeping desert canyon country over Utah and Arizona during cruise, and a scenic Pacific coastline and harbor view on final approach into LGB. The right side offers comparatively flat, less varied terrain over the Great Basin.
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. Departing DEN southbound before turning southwest, the left side offers views of the Front Range and central Colorado Rockies, including the Sawatch and Sangre de Cristo ranges with their snow-capped peaks well into spring. The right side mostly shows the flat high plains east of Denver. Notable sights include: Front Range, Pikes Peak area, Sawatch Range, Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
What can I see when landing at Long Beach in Long Beach?
When landing at Long Beach (LGB), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to LGB's runway 30, arriving from the southeast, the left side faces south toward the Pacific coastline, giving passengers views of the Long Beach harbor, Palos Verdes Peninsula, and open ocean with Catalina Island sometimes visible in the distance. The right side mainly shows the dense LA basin and San Gabriel foothills. Notable sights include: Long Beach harbor, Palos Verdes Peninsula, Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island (distant).
How long is the flight from Denver to Long Beach?
The flight from Denver International (DEN) to Long Beach (LGB) takes about 2 hours 40 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 853 miles (1,373 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Denver to Long Beach flight path pass over?
Southern Rocky Mountains giving way to the red rock canyon country of eastern Utah and northern Arizona, followed by the Mojave Desert before descending into the Los Angeles basin