About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Augusta Rgnl At Bush Fld (AGS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Los Angeles to Bush Field. The right side wins overall due to the spectacular LA Basin and coastal departure views climbing out of LAX. The landing views at AGS on the left are good but relatively modest — the Savannah River and Augusta are interesting but not dramatic. The takeoff experience on the right is the highlight of this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?
During takeoff from Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Right side for the best views. LAX departures heading east on runways 24L/24R (westward) or 25L/25R typically involve a turn eastbound. Right side gives you the Santa Monica Bay coastline and then the San Gabriel Mountains as you climb out over the LA Basin. Left side faces inland toward Inglewood and the urban sprawl with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Santa Monica Bay, downtown Los Angeles skyline, San Gabriel Mountains, Griffith Observatory area.
What can I see when landing at Augusta Rgnl At Bush Fld in Bush Field?
When landing at Augusta Rgnl At Bush Fld (AGS), sit on the Left side for the best views. AGS is served by runway 17/35. Approaches from the west or northwest on runway 17 (heading south) put the Savannah River and the broad Augusta urban area on the left side. You get a clear view of the river bends and the city grid before touchdown. Notable sights include: Savannah River, Augusta city grid, Lake Thurmond (Strom Thurmond Reservoir) to the northwest, Clarks Hill area.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Bush Field?
The flight from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Augusta Rgnl At Bush Fld (AGS) takes Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 45 minutes.
What does the Los Angeles to Bush Field flight path pass over?
The flight tracks roughly along the 33rd parallel eastbound. After clearing the Mojave Desert and Arizona's Sonoran Desert, you cross the Rio Grande valley near El Paso, then traverse the vast flat plains of west Texas and the Hill Country. Over central Texas you may see the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex to the north. Crossing into Louisiana and Mississippi, the Mississippi River delta region and its tributaries become visible. The route then crosses Alabama and into Georgia's Piedmont, with the Appalachian foothills visible to the north as you descend into Augusta.