At Los Angeles International in Los Angeles: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Santa Monica Bay, Malibu coastline, Santa Monica Mountains, Channel Islands (distant horizon).

When taking off from Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Left side for the best views. LAX typically departs westbound over the Pacific or northwestbound over Santa Monica Bay. A left-side seat gives you views of the Santa Monica Mountains, Malibu coastline, and the Channel Islands on the horizon during climb-out. Right-side seats face inland toward the sprawling Los Angeles basin—less dramatic and more urban sprawl. Notable sights include: Santa Monica Bay, Malibu coastline, Santa Monica Mountains, Channel Islands (distant horizon).

When landing at Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Right side for the best views. LAX primarily uses runways 24L/R and 25L/R, with approaches from the west and southwest over the Pacific. Right-side seats offer views of the Santa Monica Mountains, Long Beach harbor, and the LA basin during descent. Left-side seats face inland toward less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Santa Monica Mountains (north), Long Beach Port with container ships (southeast), Pacific Ocean (west), Palos Verdes Peninsula (south).

The best window seat at Los Angeles International (LAX) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Los Angeles (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.