Shreveport to Denver is 813 miles (1,308 km), a flight of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
While the takeoff offers some interest over the Red River and Ouachita foothills, the landing approach provides far superior scenery with the dramatic Front Range mountains dominating the view. The right side captures the most visually striking portion of the flight.
Flight Path
Wichita Mountains (Oklahoma panhandle), Canadian River valley, Texas Panhandle plains, Cimarron River, transition from grasslands to Colorado high plains, gradual elevation gain toward the Rocky Mountain Front
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Takeoff from SHV
LEFTLeft side captures the Red River valley and the transition from Louisiana's flat terrain northwestward toward the Ouachita Mountains. You'll see the river's meandering path and the gradual rise of forested hills as you climb out.
Landing at BJC
RIGHTRight side offers the best approach views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains as you descend toward Denver. The mountains rise dramatically from the plains, and you'll see the snow-capped peaks of the Continental Divide and the urban sprawl of the Denver metropolitan area.
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Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Shreveport Rgnl (SHV) to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Shreveport to Denver. While the takeoff offers some interest over the Red River and Ouachita foothills, the landing approach provides far superior scenery with the dramatic Front Range mountains dominating the view. The right side captures the most visually striking portion of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Shreveport Rgnl in Shreveport?
During takeoff from Shreveport Rgnl (SHV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the Red River valley and the transition from Louisiana's flat terrain northwestward toward the Ouachita Mountains. You'll see the river's meandering path and the gradual rise of forested hills as you climb out. Notable sights include: Red River, Ouachita Mountains (distant), Shreveport urban area, Louisiana pine forests.
What can I see when landing at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Denver?
When landing at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers the best approach views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains as you descend toward Denver. The mountains rise dramatically from the plains, and you'll see the snow-capped peaks of the Continental Divide and the urban sprawl of the Denver metropolitan area. Notable sights include: Front Range (Rocky Mountains), Denver metropolitan area, South Platte River valley, Colorado plains.
How long is the flight from Shreveport to Denver?
The flight from Shreveport Rgnl (SHV) to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) takes about 2 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 813 miles (1,308 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Shreveport to Denver flight path pass over?
Wichita Mountains (Oklahoma panhandle), Canadian River valley, Texas Panhandle plains, Cimarron River, transition from grasslands to Colorado high plains, gradual elevation gain toward the Rocky Mountain Front