Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the majority of the flight. The takeoff view of the Teton Range is dramatic and unmatched, and while left seats have advantages on descent, the northbound leg over the high intermountain terrain favors right-side views of the Wyoming and Colorado mountain ranges.
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Flight Path
Jackson to Denver is 386 miles (621 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The flight path typically follows a southeasterly route from Jackson Hole down through the intermountain basin. Notable features include the Wind River Range (visible to the east on clear days), the high desert and sagebrush plains of central Wyoming, and the transition zone where the terrain begins rising toward the Front Range. The North Platte River drainage and various smaller mountain ranges appear along the route depending on exact flight path and visibility.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from JAC
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Teton Range immediately after departure. Jackson Hole Airport sits in a valley directly east of the Tetons, so climbing out to the south and west gives right-seat passengers an unobstructed view of the range's dramatic peaks rising from the valley floor.
Landing at BJC
LEFTLeft-side seats offer the best views during descent into Denver. The approach typically brings aircraft from the north or northeast, and left-seat passengers will see the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains rising from the plains, with downtown Denver's skyline visible ahead as the aircraft descends toward Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport west of the city.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Jackson to Denver. Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the majority of the flight. The takeoff view of the Teton Range is dramatic and unmatched, and while left seats have advantages on descent, the northbound leg over the high intermountain terrain favors right-side views of the Wyoming and Colorado mountain ranges.
What can I see during takeoff from Jackson Hole Airport in Jackson?
During takeoff from Jackson Hole Airport (JAC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Teton Range immediately after departure. Jackson Hole Airport sits in a valley directly east of the Tetons, so climbing out to the south and west gives right-seat passengers an unobstructed view of the range's dramatic peaks rising from the valley floor. Notable sights include: Grand Teton (13,775 ft), Middle Teton, South Teton, Jackson Lake.
What can I see when landing at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Denver?
When landing at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best views during descent into Denver. The approach typically brings aircraft from the north or northeast, and left-seat passengers will see the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains rising from the plains, with downtown Denver's skyline visible ahead as the aircraft descends toward Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport west of the city. Notable sights include: Front Range peaks (Mount Evans, Mount Bierstadt visible on clear days), South Platte River valley, downtown Denver skyline, Denver metropolitan sprawl.
How long is the flight from Jackson to Denver?
The flight from Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 386 miles (621 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Jackson to Denver flight path pass over?
The flight path typically follows a southeasterly route from Jackson Hole down through the intermountain basin. Notable features include the Wind River Range (visible to the east on clear days), the high desert and sagebrush plains of central Wyoming, and the transition zone where the terrain begins rising toward the Front Range. The North Platte River drainage and various smaller mountain ranges appear along the route depending on exact flight path and visibility.