About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denver International (DEN) to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Montrose. While takeoff offers good Front Range views, the landing approach provides superior scenery with the dramatic San Juan Mountains and high desert plateau landscape dominating the final descent into Montrose.
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 offers immediate views of the Front Range as the aircraft climbs westward from Denver. You'll see the Rocky Mountain foothills and peaks rising dramatically from the high plains, with the urban sprawl of the Denver metro area visible below. Notable sights include: Front Range peaks (including Mount Evans and Longs Peak in the distance), Denver metropolitan area grid, South Platte River valley, foothills transition zone.
What can I see when landing at Montrose Regional Airport in Montrose?
When landing at Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides the best views during descent into Montrose. You'll see the Uncompahgre Plateau and the San Juan Mountains dominating the landscape, with the Gunnison River valley visible below as the aircraft approaches from the northeast. Notable sights include: San Juan Mountains (including Uncompahgre Peak), Uncompahgre Plateau, Gunnison River valley, Montrose valley floor.
How long is the flight from Denver to Montrose?
The flight from Denver International (DEN) to Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) takes 1h 15m.
What does the Denver to Montrose flight path pass over?
Vail Pass area and Gore Range, Eagle River valley, Roaring Fork River drainage, Maroon Bells region (visible to the south), transition from Front Range to central Colorado high country, Sawatch Range in the distance