Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Monterey. While the takeoff offers dramatic mountain views, the landing approach provides the most memorable scenery—the Monterey Peninsula and Pacific coastline are visually distinctive and iconic. Right side captures both the approach descent and the coastal finale.

During takeoff from Denver International (DEN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers immediate views of the Front Range and Rocky Mountains as the aircraft climbs westbound. The peaks rise dramatically to the west and northwest, creating a striking visual as you gain altitude over the Denver metro area. Notable sights include: Front Range (Rocky Mountains), Denver metropolitan area sprawl, South Platte River valley, Pikes Peak (visible on clear days to the south).

When landing at Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views of the Monterey Peninsula, Monterey Bay, and the Pacific coastline during the descent approach from the east. You'll see the distinctive hook shape of the peninsula and the bay's blue waters as you descend toward the runway. Notable sights include: Monterey Bay, Monterey Peninsula, Pacific Ocean, Santa Lucia Mountains (inland to the southeast).

The flight from Denver International (DEN) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) takes 3h 15m.

San Luis Obispo County rolling hills, Salinas Valley agricultural region, Big Sur coastline (visible to the south on clear days during descent), Diablo Range foothills