About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Pittsburgh International (PIT) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Pittsburgh (pennsylva) to Phoenix. The left side captures the dramatic Pittsburgh river confluence on departure, and while the right side wins at landing, the left side still offers good views of the Colorado River crossing, the Painted Desert terrain in northern Arizona, and the western Phoenix approach over South Mountain. The Pittsburgh departure view is the single most spectacular moment of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Pittsburgh International in Pittsburgh (pennsylva)?
During takeoff from Pittsburgh International (PIT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Pittsburgh International sits west of the city, and departures heading southwest or west put the downtown Pittsburgh skyline and the confluence of the Ohio, Allegheny, and Monongahela rivers on the left side. You get a clear look at the Point and the bridges as you climb out. Notable sights include: Downtown Pittsburgh skyline and the Point, confluence of the three rivers, Fort Pitt Bridge area, Monongahela River valley.
What can I see when landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor International in Phoenix?
When landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Phoenix Sky Harbor sits just east of downtown Phoenix, and aircraft typically approach from the east on runway 26 heading west. The right side gives you the best view of the Superstition Mountains to the east, the Salt River valley, and then the Phoenix metro grid spreading out below as you descend over the east Valley. Notable sights include: Superstition Mountains to the east, Salt River and its dry riverbed through the metro, Camelback Mountain rising from the Phoenix grid, South Mountain Park.
How long is the flight from Pittsburgh (pennsylva) to Phoenix?
The flight from Pittsburgh International (PIT) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) takes Approximately 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Pittsburgh (pennsylva) to Phoenix flight path pass over?
The flight tracks southwest over West Virginia's Appalachian ridges, then across Kentucky and Tennessee before crossing the Mississippi River near Memphis. It then crosses Arkansas and Oklahoma before entering the Texas Panhandle and New Mexico. The Sandia Mountains near Albuquerque are visible, followed by the high desert plateau of eastern Arizona, the Painted Desert, and the Verde Valley before descending into the Phoenix basin.