Right-side seats provide superior scenery for both departure and arrival. The climb-out reveals the Spokane Valley and Blue Mountains, while the descent showcases the Mojave Desert and Spring Mountains framing Las Vegas—making right the consistent winner for this southwestbound route.
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Flight Path
Spokane to Las Vegas is 806 miles (1,298 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Columbia Plateau (central Washington), Snake River canyon system (eastern Washington/western Idaho), Owyhee Mountains (Idaho-Nevada border), Great Basin desert terrain (northern Nevada), Humboldt Range (northwestern Nevada)
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from GEG
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Spokane Valley floor and the Blue Mountains to the south as the aircraft climbs southwestward. The terrain immediately south of GEG is more visually distinctive than the flatter terrain to the north.
Landing at LAS
RIGHTRight-side seats offer the best view of the approach path over the Mojave Desert and the Spring Mountains. As the aircraft descends toward LAS from the north, the right side frames the dramatic desert terrain and mountain backdrop that defines the Las Vegas approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Spokane International (GEG) to Mc Carran International (LAS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Spokane to Las Vegas. Right-side seats provide superior scenery for both departure and arrival. The climb-out reveals the Spokane Valley and Blue Mountains, while the descent showcases the Mojave Desert and Spring Mountains framing Las Vegas—making right the consistent winner for this southwestbound route.
What can I see during takeoff from Spokane International in Spokane?
During takeoff from Spokane International (GEG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Spokane Valley floor and the Blue Mountains to the south as the aircraft climbs southwestward. The terrain immediately south of GEG is more visually distinctive than the flatter terrain to the north. Notable sights include: Blue Mountains (south), Spokane River valley floor, Spokane city grid, Palouse Hills (distant southeast).
What can I see when landing at Mc Carran International in Las Vegas?
When landing at Mc Carran International (LAS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer the best view of the approach path over the Mojave Desert and the Spring Mountains. As the aircraft descends toward LAS from the north, the right side frames the dramatic desert terrain and mountain backdrop that defines the Las Vegas approach. Notable sights include: Spring Mountains (northwest of Las Vegas), Mojave Desert floor, Lake Mead (if visible on northern approach), Las Vegas Valley urban sprawl.
How long is the flight from Spokane to Las Vegas?
The flight from Spokane International (GEG) to Mc Carran International (LAS) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 806 miles (1,298 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Spokane to Las Vegas flight path pass over?
Columbia Plateau (central Washington), Snake River canyon system (eastern Washington/western Idaho), Owyhee Mountains (Idaho-Nevada border), Great Basin desert terrain (northern Nevada), Humboldt Range (northwestern Nevada)