About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Spokane International (GEG) to Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Spokane to Burbank. While the takeoff offers good Cascade views, the landing approach provides more dramatic and sustained scenery. The San Gabriel Mountains and the transition from desert to urban sprawl on descent into Burbank offer more visually distinctive features than the Spokane departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Spokane International in Spokane?
During takeoff from Spokane International (GEG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers immediate views of the Cascade Range and the Columbia River valley as the aircraft climbs westbound. The terrain rises dramatically to the west and northwest, providing clear sightlines to snow-capped peaks and the river corridor that define the Spokane region's geography. Notable sights include: Cascade Range (distant peaks on horizon), Columbia River (winding through valley below), Spokane urban area (receding eastward), Blue Mountains (southeastern horizon).
What can I see when landing at Burbank Glendale Pasadena in Burbank?
When landing at Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures the San Gabriel Mountains and the Los Angeles basin approach. As the aircraft descends toward Burbank from the northeast, the right wing reveals the dramatic escarpment of the San Gabriels and the sprawling urban grid of the LA metropolitan area, including the San Fernando Valley. Notable sights include: San Gabriel Mountains (eastern ridge), San Fernando Valley (urban sprawl), Los Angeles basin (city lights/development), Pacific Ocean (distant western horizon).
How long is the flight from Spokane to Burbank?
The flight from Spokane International (GEG) to Burbank Glendale Pasadena (BUR) takes 2h 15m.
What does the Spokane to Burbank flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the High Desert of central Oregon and northern California, passing near or over the Cascade Range foothills, the Modoc Plateau, and the Sierra Nevada's northern reaches. The Klamath Basin and Upper Klamath Lake may be visible on clear days during the central portion of the flight. As the aircraft descends into Southern California, the Mojave Desert transitions to the San Gabriel Mountains and the Los Angeles basin.