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Best window seat landing at Los Angeles International

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LandingRIGHT

Santa Monica Mountains, Getty Center, UCLA campus

🛬 Landing at Los Angeles (LAX)

Best sideRight
WhyOn the standard west-flow approach into 24L, the final approach track runs west over the LA basin, and the right side of the aircraft faces north toward the Santa Monica Mountains. You'll get a good look at the Getty Center perched on its hilltop, the UCLA campus, and the hills backing Beverly Hills and Hollywood before touchdown near the coast.
Look forSanta Monica Mountains, Getty Center, UCLA campus, distant Hollywood Hills
Left window seat view during landing at Los Angeles (LAX), Santa Monica Mountains, Getty Center, UCLA campus, distant Hollywood HillsLeft Side
Right window seat view during landing at Los Angeles (LAX), Santa Monica Mountains, Getty Center, UCLA campus, distant Hollywood HillsRight Side
Los AngelesPhoto: Stephen Leonardi

LAX is one of the busiest airports in the world, with nine terminals arranged in a horseshoe around a central parking structure, connected by the Automated People Mover train. It's the main gateway to Southern California and a major international and transpacific hub.

⛰️ Elevation128 ft
🛫 Runways4 (7L/25R, 7R/25L, 6R/24L, 6L/24R)
✈️ HubAmerican Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines
📍 NearbyHHR 4 miLGB 17 miBUR 18 miSNA 36 miONT 47 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Los Angeles International (LAX)?

When landing at Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the standard west-flow approach into 24L, the final approach track runs west over the LA basin, and the right side of the aircraft faces north toward the Santa Monica Mountains. You'll get a good look at the Getty Center perched on its hilltop, the UCLA campus, and the hills backing Beverly Hills and Hollywood before touchdown near the coast. Notable sights include: Santa Monica Mountains, Getty Center, UCLA campus, distant Hollywood Hills.

What can I see when arriving at Los Angeles?

Arriving at Los Angeles International in Los Angeles, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Santa Monica Mountains, Getty Center, UCLA campus, distant Hollywood Hills. On the standard west-flow approach into 24L, the final approach track runs west over the LA basin, and the right side of the aircraft faces north toward the Santa Monica Mountains. You'll get a good look at the Getty Center perched on its hilltop, the UCLA campus, and the hills backing Beverly Hills and Hollywood before touchdown near the coast.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Los Angeles International?

The best window seat landing at Los Angeles International (LAX) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Los Angeles (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.