Seeing California State Capitol from a plane
Completed in 1874, its white dome topped with a gold ball sits in a 40-acre park at the east end of the Capitol Mall. Look for the dome straight down the Mall from Tower Bridge.
2 of our routes pass it. California · rated 4 of 10
The easy pick
Sacramento to San Diego: sit on the right, on the climb, 2 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Sacramento to San Diego | Right | on the climb, 2 min after takeoff |
| Sacramento to Phoenix | Right the other side is usually better on this route | on the climb, 3 min after takeoff |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see California State Capitol from?
It depends on the direction: the right on most of our routes (2 of 2). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see California State Capitol from a plane?
Near the airport, on the climb or on the way down, and mid-flight on longer routes: see the table for each route.
Can you see California State Capitol at night?
Yes, by its lights. The app scores lit places at night by how bright they are.
Do clouds matter?
Yes. These answers assume a clear day. Within 3 days of your flight, pick your exact flight in the app for the cloud forecast.
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