The right side offers better views throughout: desert mountains near Las Vegas at departure, a possible glimpse of the Rockies' eastern foothills over Colorado during cruise, and a scenic Lake Michigan approach into Milwaukee.
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Flight Path
Las Vegas to Milwaukee is 1,520 miles (2,447 km), a flight of about 3 hours 20 minutes.
Eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains over Colorado, the High Plains of Nebraska, and the farmland mosaic of Iowa before crossing into Wisconsin
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LAS
RIGHTDeparting LAS to the northeast, the climb-out banks over the desert basin with the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range visible to the south-southeast, giving right-side passengers a good look at the rugged terrain ringing Las Vegas before leveling off over Utah's canyon country.
Landing at MKE
RIGHTOn approach into Milwaukee from the south or west, the final turn typically brings the aircraft over Lake Michigan's shoreline before lining up on runway 01L/19R, giving right-side passengers a clear view of the lake, harbor, and downtown Milwaukee skyline.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Mc Carran International (LAS) to General Mitchell International (MKE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Las Vegas to Milwaukee. The right side offers better views throughout: desert mountains near Las Vegas at departure, a possible glimpse of the Rockies' eastern foothills over Colorado during cruise, and a scenic Lake Michigan approach into Milwaukee.
What can I see during takeoff from Mc Carran International in Las Vegas?
During takeoff from Mc Carran International (LAS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing LAS to the northeast, the climb-out banks over the desert basin with the Spring Mountains and Sheep Range visible to the south-southeast, giving right-side passengers a good look at the rugged terrain ringing Las Vegas before leveling off over Utah's canyon country. Notable sights include: Spring Mountains, Sheep Range, Lake Mead (distant), Las Vegas Valley desert floor.
What can I see when landing at General Mitchell International in Milwaukee?
When landing at General Mitchell International (MKE), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Milwaukee from the south or west, the final turn typically brings the aircraft over Lake Michigan's shoreline before lining up on runway 01L/19R, giving right-side passengers a clear view of the lake, harbor, and downtown Milwaukee skyline. Notable sights include: Lake Michigan shoreline, Milwaukee harbor and downtown skyline, Milwaukee River mouth.
How long is the flight from Las Vegas to Milwaukee?
The flight from Mc Carran International (LAS) to General Mitchell International (MKE) takes about 3 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,520 miles (2,447 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Las Vegas to Milwaukee flight path pass over?
Eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains over Colorado, the High Plains of Nebraska, and the farmland mosaic of Iowa before crossing into Wisconsin