Which side to sit on from Los Angeles to Honolulu?
Sit on the right side flying Los Angeles (LAX) to Honolulu (HNL). It has the better view on 16 of 16 daily flights, with Channel Islands, Marina del Rey and Pepperdine.
By time of day
| Departs | Side | Agree | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Right | 7 of 7 flights | Marina del Rey, Channel Islands, Pepperdine University |
| Afternoon | Right | 3 of 3 flights | Marina del Rey, Channel Islands, Pepperdine University |
| Evening | Right | 6 of 6 flights | Honolulu, Marina del Rey, Channel Islands |
What you'll see
- Marina del Rey on the right, 1 min after takeoff
- Pepperdine on the right, 4 min after takeoff
- Channel Islands on the right, 13 min after takeoff
- Molokai sea cliffs on the left, 281 min after takeoff
- Diamond Head on the left, 290 min after takeoff
Based on 16 daily nonstop flights and the real paths they flew in the last 10 days. No clouds: within 3 days of departure, pick your exact flight for the cloud forecast.
Questions
Which side is best for the sunset from Los Angeles to Honolulu?
Either side. This flight heads west, so the sunset is ahead of you. Open your exact flight in Window Seat for its sun and glare.
Is the left side of the plane seat A?
Yes. On almost every airline, seat A is the left window when you face the front. The right window is the highest letter in the row, usually F, K or L.
Does the best side change by flight?
It can. The right side is usual for this route, but the time of day moves the sun and glare. Pick your exact flight for its own answer, with the cloud forecast within 3 days.
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Is the left side of the plane seat A?
Yes. On almost every airline, seat A is the left window when you face the front. The right window is the highest letter in the row, usually F, K or L.
Which side is best for the sunset?
It depends on your direction and the time. Flying west in the evening, the sunset is ahead of you, so either side works. Flying north, it's on the left. Window Seat works it out for your exact flight.
Which side do I sit on to see Mount Rainier?
Flying south out of Seattle, the left. Flying into Seattle from the south, usually the right. See Seattle to Los Angeles.
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