Takeoff views of the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains are more visually striking and dramatic than landing views. The climb-out from Ontario provides superior mountain scenery compared to the more subtle plateau terrain visible on descent into Austin.
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Flight Path
Ontario to Austin is 1,195 miles (1,923 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Mojave Desert (visible as tan, sparsely vegetated terrain with scattered dry lake beds), then transitions over the Colorado Plateau region. The Grand Canyon is not typically visible on this southern route, but the Arizona high desert plateau with its mesas and buttes dominates the midpoint. The Pecos River valley becomes visible in west Texas as the aircraft approaches the final descent corridor toward Austin.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from ONT
LEFTLeft seats offer views of the San Gabriel Mountains immediately north of Ontario, with the San Bernardino Mountains visible further northeast. Right seats face inland toward the Mojave Desert with less dramatic terrain.
Landing at AUS
RIGHTRight seats provide views of the Colorado River valley and the Edwards Plateau terrain as the aircraft descends into central Texas. Left seats face toward the less visually distinctive western prairie.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ontario International (ONT) to Austin Bergstrom International (AUS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ontario to Austin. Takeoff views of the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains are more visually striking and dramatic than landing views. The climb-out from Ontario provides superior mountain scenery compared to the more subtle plateau terrain visible on descent into Austin.
What can I see during takeoff from Ontario International in Ontario?
During takeoff from Ontario International (ONT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of the San Gabriel Mountains immediately north of Ontario, with the San Bernardino Mountains visible further northeast. Right seats face inland toward the Mojave Desert with less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: San Gabriel Mountains, San Bernardino Mountains, Los Angeles Basin urban sprawl to the southwest, Cajon Pass corridor.
What can I see when landing at Austin Bergstrom International in Austin?
When landing at Austin Bergstrom International (AUS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide views of the Colorado River valley and the Edwards Plateau terrain as the aircraft descends into central Texas. Left seats face toward the less visually distinctive western prairie. Notable sights include: Colorado River valley, Lake Travis, Edwards Plateau escarpment, Austin urban area.
How long is the flight from Ontario to Austin?
The flight from Ontario International (ONT) to Austin Bergstrom International (AUS) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,195 miles (1,923 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Ontario to Austin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Mojave Desert (visible as tan, sparsely vegetated terrain with scattered dry lake beds), then transitions over the Colorado Plateau region. The Grand Canyon is not typically visible on this southern route, but the Arizona high desert plateau with its mesas and buttes dominates the midpoint. The Pecos River valley becomes visible in west Texas as the aircraft approaches the final descent corridor toward Austin.